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Thermaltake Spedo | Posted on: 29/05/2009 @ 8:09

Thermaltake is present on the market for some time now (10 years) as one of the most recognizable manufacturer of cooling systems and chassis for PCs and servers. This brand is mainly recognized for its products that are based on the idea of DIY (Do It Yourself). Lately Thermaltake was focused on PC desktop, barebone and HTPC market. Spedo series is “pinnacle” of their product lineup ...

Antec Skeleton Open Air Case | Posted on: 26/05/2009 @ 5:30

Thermaltake V9 Black Edition VJ400G1N2Z Computer Case Review @ Tweaknews | Posted on: 25/05/2009 @ 5:43

For some enthusiasts, great cooling can make up for some shortcomings elsewhere, provided those shortcomings can be dealt with. What I said in my earlier review can still be said about the V9 Black Edition, “The V9 along with the newer V9 Black Edition is fundamentally a cheap, flimsy case with cheesy, stamped features and an interior that doesn\'t work all that well\".

Thermaltake Element S Mid-Tower Chassis | Posted on: 22/05/2009 @ 5:00

In Win X-Fighter ATX Gaming Computer Case Review @ Tweaknews | Posted on: 20/05/2009 @ 6:49

I must say I\'m impressed with In Win\'s X-Fighter mid-tower gaming chassis. It has good cooling performance (particularly the CPU,) is quiet and has a very distinctive look with some lighting effects you won\'t find on any other case. I like the side panel treatment with functional louvers and red mesh accent, and I like how the front panel design seems to unify visual elements from elsewhere on ...

Cooler Master Storm Scout | Posted on: 19/05/2009 @ 4:56

Cooler Master has been launching several new cases lately, and the Scout is the second in their new CM: Storm series lineup. A \'gamer case\' can be a mixed bag but Cooler Master seems to have nailed it so far. While the Scout is smaller than its big brother, the Sniper, there are several robust features offered here that are typically in demand by the gamer crowd, and it does look pretty sharp, ...

Thermaltake Element S Case | Posted on: 18/05/2009 @ 9:40

Thermaltake says the new Element S case is designed for Pros: is that true? With a stylish black finish, no annoying lighting, anti-vibration side panels and room for up to seven hard drives and two SSDs that may just be the case.

NZXT Zero 2 Crafted Series PC Case | Posted on: 16/05/2009 @ 15:50

Today we will be looking at the first of three PC cases from NZXT. Their original Zero case was well received as it was designed for quiet cooling and performance. The follow up to this acclaimed case is the aptly named Zero 2 which is designed for the home enthusiast and gamer in mind. Unlike its predecessor which was made of relatively light aluminum, the Zero 2 is 10.2 KG of hardened steel. ...

Silverstone Raven | Posted on: 14/05/2009 @ 17:27

Silverstone has become a multi-faceted manufacturer of computer components in recent years, with its product line up now comprising of power supplies, coolers, and a variety of peripherals. However, as the case we have in the XSR labs today proves, the firm has not abandoned the enthusiast case market so fundamental to its success. With a variety of truly innovative features and aggressive ...

Zalman GS1000 SE Case Review | Posted on: 14/05/2009 @ 16:20

Zalman GS1000 SE is identical to GS1000 but with steel side panels instead of using aluminum ones thus being more affordable. Let's see what you should expect from this new case that is reaching the market next week.

NZXT Rogue Case Review | Posted on: 13/05/2009 @ 22:10

Rogue is a hybrid steel/aluminum small form factor case targeted to gamers from NZXT. Let's take a look on it.

The Great Futurelooks iPhone 3G Case Round Up | Posted on: 13/05/2009 @ 8:10

Cooler Master HAF 922 Case Review | Posted on: 12/05/2009 @ 18:30

Cooler Master HAF 922 is a mid-tower version of HAF 932 coming with two big 200-mm and one 120-mm fan five external 5 bays and five internal 3 bays and several other features.

NZXT Zero 2 Crafted Series Computer case | Posted on: 12/05/2009 @ 14:50

The Zero 2 is the descendant of the award winning Zero case engineered by those fanatical enthusiasts over at NZXT. It is a full tower case capable of holding just about anything you would possibly want to put into a computer. It is an enthusiast case designed with *lots* of airflow and ease of maintenance. So, will purchasing the Zero 2 make you a hero too? Let's dissect this bad boy and find ...

Lian Li XB-01 | Posted on: 11/05/2009 @ 17:51

The consoles versus PC wars have been ongoing for longer than most fan boys can remember, but one of the arguments that has almost always been in the PC camp\'s favour is that their gaming platform of choice can be upgraded however you want. Sure consoles can be modded or tweaked, but it normally takes someone who really knows what they\'re doing to accomplish either of these feats. Now however, ...

Pelican 1050 Micro Case | Posted on: 10/05/2009 @ 22:20

Electronics are often covered under warranty for defects, but this doesn't help you if you are on a canoe trip and ruin your new camera or phone when you capsize. In just such a scenario is where Pelican Products comes in with a rough and tumble case to protect your valuable electronics. Just how much abuse can the Pelican 1050 Micro Case take? Read on to find out.

Hover External Enclosure from HornetTek | Posted on: 08/05/2009 @ 17:10

Externally Yours: As you may know most external drive enclosures do pretty much the same thing. They allow a simple method of adding additional external storage to your system and allow you to take this on the go if needed. In my opinion, the differences between these units fall under three main categories. 1. Quality. Is the unit built...

HornetTek Travel Plus 2.5in SATA to USB External Enclosure | Posted on: 07/05/2009 @ 18:10

  Are you getting tired of running out of storage space on your thumb drive? Yes, they are handy little items in a pinch however, there are times that I have had the need for a bit more storage. Let's say for instance when I go visit someone and wanted to take more than I could store on thumb drive. Or, the possibility existed that I would need to copy even more files once there to bring ...

NZXT Guardian 921 Crafted Series Mid-Tower ATX Computer Case Review @ Tweaknews | Posted on: 07/05/2009 @ 8:38

With their redesigned Guardian 921 gaming case, NZXT has updated the look and features of the original Guardian while managing to keep its feel and tone. The “armored” look is still there and the updated visual elements are tastefully done, giving the case a fresh, new look while paying homage to the original. I found the illuminated temperature display and eSATA port refreshing and, ...

Cooler Master HAF 932 | Posted on: 07/05/2009 @ 5:58

The Cooler Master HAF 932 is a full tower that water cooling enthusiasts will find particularly enticing. Does this case meet all of the requirements that we expect out of a case, and then some? Does it really deserve the HAF, or High Air Flow, designation? That is what we are here to find out.

Case-Mate iPhone 3G Naked Actylic Case Review | Posted on: 05/05/2009 @ 15:30

Like it or not, the iPhone dominates the Smartphone market. It looks really sleek and delicate, and is just begging to be ruined by just about anything. I mean, the iPhone gets unsightly scratches and fingerprints just by just thinking about it. All of its processing might and it still can't win a battle against an enraged Dust Bunny. The iPhone is begging for protection. The AT&T store ...

Silverstone SG03 Sugo SFF Small Form Factor Case Review @ Tweaknews | Posted on: 05/05/2009 @ 6:42

In recently years SilverStone has ramped up its product line with a huge selection of cases to cater to any type of computer enthusiast. On paper the SG03 Sugo SFF Case is a step in the right direction from the original SG01 design.

AZZA Fantom 900 ATX Midi Tower Case | Posted on: 04/05/2009 @ 12:50