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Protect Your Precious Holiday Moments With Buffalo Technology

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Protect Your Precious Holiday Moments With Buffalo Technology

Buffalo Gives the Gifts That Keep On Giving, With Storage
Solutions That Let You Store and Share Holiday Memories

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 1, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Buffalo Technology, a
global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of wired and
wireless networking, storage and memory solutions has the perfect gift
for storing, protecting and sharing treasured holiday moments. From the
versatile DriveStation FlexNet and the easy-to-use LinkStation Quad to
the compact, yet powerful LinkStation Mini, Buffalo is sure to have a
gift for just about anyone on your shopping list this year.

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Wii and Nintendo DS Owners Unite! Square Enix Announces

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Wii and Nintendo DS Owners Unite! Square Enix Announces

FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES: Echoes of Time for North America

The Latest in the Franchise Breaks Down the Walls between Handheld and Console Platforms

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix(R) interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that FINAL FANTASY(R) CRYSTAL CHRONICLES(R): Echoes of Time(TM) will be released for both Wii(TM) and Nintendo DS(TM) in Spring 2009.

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SPACE INVADERS GET EVEN Launches Today

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

SPACE INVADERS GET EVEN Launches Today

Earthlings Beware! Players Take Charge of the Invader Ship in an All-New SPACE INVADERS Experience for WiiWare

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ — TAITO Corporation (TAITO(TM)), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., announced today that SPACE INVADERS GET EVEN(TM) is now available via WiiWare(TM), Nintendo’s downloadable games service.

Command a legion of Space Invaders and take over the earth! SPACE INVADERS GET EVEN invites players to see things from the Invaders’ side for the first time, introducing a brand-new “role reversal” concept to fans of the beloved franchise.

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Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared! Test Your Survival Skills with the Worst-Case Scenario Mobile Game

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Don’t Be Scared, Be Prepared! Test Your Survival Skills with the Worst-Case Scenario Mobile Game

Namco Networks Brings the Popular Book Franchise to Mobile Phones with Fast-Paced Trivia Game

SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Namco Networks, a leading publisher and developer of mobile games and entertainment for mass-market casual gamers, today announced the availability of Worst-Case Scenario®, an entertaining and informative trivia game for mobile phones based on the popular handbook series.

Consumers can test their survival skills and prepare themselves for the worst-case scenario while on the go with this new mobile game. Worst-Case Scenario by Namco features rapid-fire trivia questions covering 11 different categories from the best-selling books, including dating, outdoor survival and politics. Players can test their skills with questions ranging from surviving the direst of dating disasters to avoiding an angry alligator attack in Single Player mode, or compete against their friends in the Hot-Seat Mode.

“The Worst-Case Scenario brand is very recognizable and has undeniable mass-market consumer appeal,” said Scott Rubin, senior vice president of sales and marketing, Namco Networks. “Worst-Case Scenario’s humor and entertainment value lends itself perfectly for a funny and enjoyable mobile game that consumers of all ages and walks of life can appreciate.”

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Nikon Unveils a Digital Masterpiece: The D3X Digital SLR

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Nikon Unveils a Digital Masterpiece: The D3X Digital SLR

With Extreme 24.5-Megapixel Resolution, Processed Image Files Exceeding 138 MB, Five Frame-per-Second Burst Speed and Nikon Core Technologies, the D3X Ushers in a New Level of Image Quality

MELVILLE, N.Y., Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ — Nikon Inc. today announced the D3X, an FX-format digital SLR featuring extreme 24.5-megapixel resolution and superb low-noise capabilities, which provides professional photographers with commercial-quality image performance in a familiar and extraordinarily versatile D-SLR form factor. In conjunction with the groundbreaking Nikon FX-format D3, the D3X tops off a collection of flagship level, rugged, professional caliber digital single lens reflex cameras engineered to excel in all types of professional photographic disciplines from photojournalism and sideline sports, to commercial in-studio applications.

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The Ultimate Holiday Entertainment Gift: The Latest 3LCD 1080p HD Projectors

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

The Ultimate Holiday Entertainment Gift: The Latest 3LCD 1080p HD Projectors

3LCD Projectors Receive Top Reviews from ProjectorCentral

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 1 /PRNewswire/ — 3LCD, the world’s leading projection technology continues to dominate the 1080p home theater market this holiday. Leading home theater brands have overwhelmingly chosen 3LCD as the technology they will use for their products, leveraging the major benefits of C2Fine, which is setting another new standard for performance and value this holiday season. From its incredibly high contrast ratios to its industry-leading Color Light Output and gamut performance, 3LCD’s 3-chip optical engine offers a level of performance that can’t be matched by competing technologies today. From flat screen TV’s to projection, LCD continues to drive innovation and be the overwhelming choice in home theater today.

Epson, Mitsubishi and Sanyo all have recently introduced 1080p models that are getting rave reviews for their incredible image quality and breakthrough performance. And the timing couldn’t be better as families around the country look for ways to save money and bring high-definition entertainment home for the holidays. 1080p Blu-ray players, next generation gaming and the expansion of HD broadcast programming all promise to keep projectors at the top of the “Wish List” this holiday season. “Discriminating users demand the 3-chip image quality and reliability that only 3LCD can offer,” commented Mike Isgrig, vice-president Consumer Marketing at Epson. “That is why we use it exclusively in our projectors. Unparalleled color performance, contrast ratios and incredible features like lens shift make 3LCD the clear choice for any home theater.”

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Archos 7 320gb Internet Media tablet Reviewed @ TestFreaks.com

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Title: Archos 7 320gb Internet Media tablet Reviewed @ TestFreaks.com

Review Link: http://www.testfreaks.com/blog/review/archos-7-320gb-internet-media-tablet/

Review Snipit:
“Today for review I’ve got the Archos 7 320gb Internet Media Tablet, the 7 in the title meaning a 7 inch screen. It’s essentially the same as the Archos 5, but only a larger screen and hard drive capacity, I saw no real differences between the two at all except for those two things. Going from the 5 inch screen to the 7 inch screen might not seem like much, but it really is, it makes everything look so much nicer and even makes the Archos Internet Media Tablet a bit easier to use as well.”

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Spb Wireless Monitor 3.0 Reviewed

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Today I’ve got another SPB product for review, it’s version 3.0 of their Wireless Monitor. I’ve never had the chance to play with any of their earlier versions so I’m not sure how much of a difference their is between them, but I can can tell you about this version, how it works and my impressions.

http://tiltmobility.com/2008/11/spb-wireless-monitor-30-reviewed/

http://www.fuzemobility.com/?p=1013

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usbfever.com’s weekly new launches

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Car Kit With Handsfree Speaker for HTC Touch Diamond
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1007

TP Link Wireless N Router (TL-WR941ND)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=779

Cableless Handsfree & FM Transmitter for iPhone 3G
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=72

FM TRANSMITTER & CAR KIT for T-Mobile G1 / HTC Dream 100 / Google phone
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1010

Stylus for HTC Touch Diamond
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1008

Styuls for HTC Touch Pro / HTC Herman / HTC Raphael 800
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1009

FM TRANSMITTER & CAR KIT for T-Mobile G1 / HTC Dream 100 / Google phone
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1010

Leather Case for HTC Touch HD / HTC T8282 / HTC Blackstone 100 with Belt
Clip (Hang Leather case with Leather cover)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1011

Leather Case for HTC Touch HD / HTC T8282 / HTC Blackstone 100 with Belt
Clip (Hang Type)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1012

USB Cradle for HTC Touch HD / HTC T8282 / HTC Blackstone with 2nd battery
charger (US Power Plug)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1013

USB Cradle for HTC Touch HD / HTC T8282/ HTC Blackstone (US Power Plug)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1014

FM TRANSMITTER & CAR KIT for HTC Touch HD / HTC T8282 / HTC Blackstone 100
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1015

Universal Travel Chargers for iPhone / iPod / HTC / G1…
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=793

2 Way Cigarette Outlet adaptor with Dual USB Port
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=794

AC to Car Cigarette Adaptor
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=795

1394a 6 pin Male to 1394b 4 pin Female Adapter
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1018

USB Heating Slippers
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1019

FM TRANSMITTER & CAR KIT for HTC Touch HD / HTC T8282 / HTC Blackstone 100
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1020

Leather Case with Cover and Belt Clip (Hang type) for HTC Touch Cruise / HTC
P3650 / HTC Polaris 100
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1021

Leather Case with Cover and Belt Clip for HTC Touch Cruise / HTC P3650 / HTC
Polaris 100 (Flip Type)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1022

Leather Case for HTC Touch Cruise / HTC P3650 / HTC Polaris 100 (Book Type)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1023

USB Cradle HTC Touch Cruise / HTC P3650 / HTC Polaris 100 (US Power Plug)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1024

USB Cradle with 2nd Battery charger for HTC Touch Cruise / HTC P3650 / HTC
Polaris 100 (US Power Plug)
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1025

Car Mount with Charger Kit for HTC Touch Cruise / HTC P3650 / HTC Polaris
100
http://www.usbfever.com/index_eproduct_view.php?products_id=1026

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New for December 1st - CyberMonday Edition!

December 1st, 2008 by Kristofer

Title: Vizo Mini Ninja Notebook Cooler Reniew at Overclockers Online
Link: http://www.overclockersonline.net/?page=articles&num=2211
Quote: All things considered, I was very pleased with the Vizo Mini
Ninja. The cooling performance is as expected as it definitely felt like
my laptop was cooler. Also, the angled surface of the cooler made it
more comfortable when typing on my laptop. Furthermore, it only weighs
600 g and is very compact which will aid in portability.

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We have a new article online: about Quantum Force-motherboard FOXCONN Destroyer:
http://www.planet3dnow.de/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=352182

If you need a translator for German to English you will find one here:
http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http://www.planet3dnow.de/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=352182

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Quote: A wireless Keyboard and Touchpad Mouse combo for only thirty quid sound too good to be true? We find out.

Link: http://www.overclock3d.net/reviews.php?/input_devices/keysonic_ack-612_rf_wireless_multimedia_keyboard/1

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Everything USB is pleased to announce our Seagate FreeAgent XTreme 1.5TB External Hard Drive review.

What do you get when you combine a flagship industrial design with three action-packed interfaces and an oh-so-beautiful 1.5 terabytes of magnetic mayhem?  The Seagate FreeAgent XTreme, that’s what! With multiple-revision automated backups and a name too good for the initial ‘E’, will you need to ask your geek if you are healthy enough to handle the XTreme? We’ve managed to pull it together and get our hands on one, so press on for our in-depth review to find out.

http://www.everythingusb.com/seagate-freeagent-xtreme-1.5tb-external-hard-drive-15790.html

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TITLE: ASUS P6T Deluxe OC Palm Edition X58 Motherboard @ Benchmark Reviews

DESCRIPTION: After a very extensive testing phase, Benchmark Reviews will present its findings with regard to the ASUS P6T Deluxe X58 motherboard. Before getting into the meat of our review there are a few facts about the versions of this board that we’d like to share. The ASUS P6T Deluxe motherboard actually comes in two editions:  1) The P6T Deluxe edition which includes the motherboard and a bevy of accessories; and 2) The P6T Deluxe OC Palm edition which includes all of the items from the Deluxe edition plus the OC Palm device.  This review will encompass not only the performance and features of the P6T Deluxe, but also those that the OC Palm monitoring interface brings to the table.

ARTICLE URL: http://benchmarkreviews.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=261&Itemid=69

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Title: ASUS Rampage II Extreme - The Definitive Overclocking Board? @ Techgage

Link: http://techgage.com/article/asus_rampage_ii_extreme_-_the_definitive_overclocking_board/

Quote: ASUS has long supported overclockers with their motherboards, but the Rampage II Extreme takes things to the next level. In addition to an even more robust BIOS than what we’re used to, we’re given the ability to put our multi-meters to good use with the help of easy-access board contacts. When all said and done though, is the RIIE really worth the $400 asking price?

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Title - Clio 1000 Full Tower Case Review @ High Tech Reviews

Quote - This is the first time we have had the chance to review a
case from Clio Electronics. The case they sent us to review is the
Clio 1000 Full Tower. This case has certain features that are truly
unique to this case. For example how many other case do you know of
that uses eight - 180mm multi-colored LED fans to cool the inside of
the case? It also has room for two additional fans at the rear of the
case. So come on along and check this hurricane force case out.

Link -
http://www.hi-techreviews.com/review-links-mainmenu-80/9415-xclio-1000-full-tower-case-review

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InsideHW.com has posted article about Intel X25-M SSD. You can read a clip from review:

“Intel was always innovator in IT industry even if we don’t consider microprocessor manufacturing. Intel is “guilty” for many IT standards that we all use every day. Some of them become widely accepted and some don’t (BTX for example). SSD disks (Solid State Drive) are already for some time present among us primarily in notebooks (netbooks). Intel has in its portfolio SSD disks that stand out from the crowd (although it’s not that big crowd) because of their performances. Extreme and Mainstream series of Intel SSDs have made “quantum leaps” in SSD technology. Intel X25-M (2.5”) SSD that we got in our test lab belongs to Mainstream series…”

If you are interested to read some more, we present you link:

http://www.insidehw.com/Reviews/Storage/Intel-X25-M-SSD.html

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NEW CONTENT (Visual) - ZOTAC NITRO – Graphics Card Overclocking Made Easy

QUOTE: “Overclocking a graphics card isn’t really a hard task. With programs like Rivatuner you can find yourself overclocking your core and memory within minutes of setting up your graphics card. For this reason, it does make us wonder why ZOTAC would take the time and effort to release a device that lets you do it without having to use software. Really, there was only one way to find out; get one and take it for a spin to see exactly what we have going on here.

What we’ll do is have a look at the package and then take a closer look at how the device works. Once we’ve done that we will overclock our GTX 280 to see what we can achieve and run it through some benchmarks.”

For more information, please visit - http://www.tweaktown.com/reviews/1670/zotac_nitro_graphics_card_overclocking_made_easy/index.html

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ASUS EN9800GT HybridPower Video Card Review motherboards.org

Author: Ben Sun Date: 11-30-2008

The ASUS EN9800GT has several things going for it including a low price ($109.99 after MIR), performance that matches the competition at this price point and the features that matter for the holiday season including DirectX 10.0, F@H support, and PhysX support. The price is competitive with the ATI card at this price point, the HD 4830 and with faster performance apparently in several reviews. Another positive is the silent operation of the card which is pretty interesting considering the huge fan and heatsink on the card.

Review Link: http://www.motherboards.org/reviews/hardware/1837_1.html

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Star Wars Force Unleashed - PSP Review

Date: 11-30-2008 By Vlad Mihaiescu

With a great storyline, excellent sound and acceptable graphics Star Wars – The Force Unleashed is by far one of the best Star Wars games ever released. Even despite the horrible problem with the camera controls (covered in the gameplay and controls section of the review) I find myself glued to this game. Thankfully, The Force Unleashed is not a PSP exclusive only title, and something tells me that the Xbox 360 version or the PS3 version are much better (hopefully). The lack of buttons on the PSP made this game rather awkward to play, and in all reality I really wish that I had my Xbox 360 before I started the PSP review.

Link: http://www.gamepyre.com/reviewsd.html?aid=1036&p=1

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Hardware Bistro has just posted latest review; GMC R-4 BullDozer Case. Thanks

Quote: “In the recent CeBIT event, GMC has showed off their latest cases and one of the most outstanding cases would be R-4 BullDozer. Why is this R-4 BullDozer so unique and outstanding? It is mostly due to its vertical optical drive design which is the trademark of their R series cases. Today we have a chance to review this case and let us reveal the misery of R-4 BullDozer and share with you.”


Read More:
http://hardwarebistro.com/index.php?option=com_simple_review&Itemid=84&review=30-GMC-R-4-BullDozer-Case-Review

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Dreamhack Winter 2008:

Link: http://www.rbmods.com/Articles2/Dreamhack_w08/1.php


Quote: Our toughts of Dreamhack, the worlds biggest LAN party with almost 10,000 computers connected to each other. See pictures all the way from odd computers to new hardware on the market. We have the whole LAN party in our picture article.

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It seems that fire breathing dragons are beast of choice for hardware packaging these days. The ECS ‘Black Series’ packaging sports on too on its black box with model and features decorating the rest.

Full Article:
http://www.tbreak.com/articles/23/1/ECS-A790GXM-A-Black-Series/Page1.html

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DV Hardware has published a review of the ATP EarthDrive, a USB drive with a biodegradable housing.
Over the past couple of years I’ve had dozens of flash drives in my hand, with varying sizes, shapes and colors but the EarthDrive from ATP is the first USB drive that claims to be eco-friendly. The housing of the ATP EarthDrive is built using the maximum amount of biodegradable materials, it features plastic made from corn, and ATP promises an unspecified portion of all profit generated from EarthDrive sales will go towards American Forests, an organization which plants trees through the United States as well as on a global basis.
Link: http://www.dvhardware.net/review144_atp_earthdrive.html

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