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Pirate Bay Sold and Going Legit? | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 22:20

The Pirate Bay, the largest Bit Torrent Tracker and one of the most popular sites on the internet, has been sold to Swedish software firm Global Gaming Factory for the small sum of 60 million Swedish Krona (which is about £4.6 million GBP or $7.8 million USD). The site which has caused controversy for years, [...]

Interview with 'The Sims 3' Developers | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 20:20

Sunset Valley is an open town and the lives of the resident Sims are full of surprises to discover. Like any town there are those who are meeting the challenges of getting ahead in their careers, trying to meet the love of their life, or raise a family. As you get to know the Sims in town, Sims Players may be surprised to meet some familiar names. In many ways Sunset Valley is a prequel so ...

As It Stands, Ubuntu Has No Issues With Mono | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 19:30

On behalf of Canonical and the Ubuntu Technical Board, Scott James Remnant has issued a position statement surrounding Mono, the open-source project that provides a C# compiler for Linux (along with other operating systems) and other components for a free software .NET stack. However, the legality of Mono is frequently a key concern to free software advocates considering patents and other ...

Sapphire HD 4730 512 MB | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 19:20

Sapphire's new HD 4730 is based on the RV770 GPU which is used on the HD 48xx Series. Such a choice had to be made because the availability of the HD4770 GPU is extremely limited at this time - while customer demand is up. Sapphire offers their card with 640 shaders and 512 MB GDDR5 memory at an extremely competitive price point of only $79. But is that enough to take over that market segment?

ATI's X.Org DDX Driver Gets KMS Ready | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 19:00

With the forthcoming Linux 2.6.31 kernel there is finally Radeon kernel mode-setting support so that those running ATI graphics cards on Linux will be able to experience a cleaner boot process, faster VT switching, improved security, and other overdue features for Linux. Using kernel mode-setting with ATI Radeon hardware will require a supported kernel that is built with the appropriate kernel ...

Mozilla Releases Firefox 3.5 Officially | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 18:30

Finally, the Mozilla Foundation has announced the official release of Mozilla Firefox 3.5. This sizable open-source browser update (formerly known as Firefox 3.1) brings HTML 5 support, a new JavaScript engine (a.k.a...

Mozilla Firefox 3.5 Download Released | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 17:30

Mozilla has officially released the Firefox 3.5 web browser today, it's latest and most feature rich browser to date. The new browser brings us a revamped JavaScript engine for faster page loading, many new features such as the ability to browse the web in private, and HTML5 support.Looking at the Firefox 3.5 Release Notes we see the major new features;Support for the HTML5 and elements ...

The Pirate Bay Sold; Less Swashbuckling in the Future | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 15:40

The Pirate Bay, which is one of the top one hundred visited web sites in all the world, has been sold to the Swedish software company Global Gaming Factory X for £4.6 million. For those of you who aren't among the 20 million monthly visitors to the Pirate Bay, it is a search engine for Peer-to-Peer file sharing.

Pirate Bay Acquired For $7.7 Million, Launches The Video Bay | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 14:30

The Pirate Bay team which recently went to court and loss for copyright violations, has launched a brand-new site called VideoBay. Video Bay provides streaming content of TV shows, music videos and more. The new video streaming site is definitely still in beta, perhaps even alpha, because the site comes with a warning that states, "Don't expect anything to work at all". The on-going development ...

PSP Phone Rumors Surface….Again! | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 13:30

Rumors in the gadget world about a PSP phone have been churning around in the rumor mill since 2007 and up to yet, we haven’t been given anything. That all may change now though as the Japanese tech site Nikkei have stated that once again the phone is in the making. The general belief is that Sony [...]

Review: Wolfram Alpha | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 11:20

Currently, Wolfram Alpha's domain expertise is limited to some 30 fields, but it covers the most popular ones such as mathematics, weather, health, finance and a smattering of sports statistics. The key thing is not to expect any Google-style results from your questions. For instance, while Wolfram Alpha can compare books, entering 'Salman Rushdie' will only get you the author's birth details and ...

Review: Ubuntu 9.04 | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 10:40

It's amazing that the Ubuntu boot media is still a single CD, which you can use as a Live session if you need to. One cutting-edge enhancement to the installation is the addition of 'ext4' as a filesystem type, which improves read/write speed by about 25 per cent. It's not enabled by default as some users have reported issues with file integrity, but in testing we found no issues. A standard ...

Review: Nero BackItUp & Burn | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 10:10

All of the software included with Nero BackItUp & Burn is designed to be as consumer-friendly as possible. While this results in an interface that can ignore convention in favour of being bubbly, it's still remarkably easy to use due to a reliance on well-explained wizards. Beyond the basics, there are advanced options that enable you to set up scripts and choose the CPU priority of each task, ...

iPhone Firmware 3.0 | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 10:10

Am 17. Juni, hat Apple die neue Firmware Version 3.0 für das iPhone veröffentlicht. Diese verfügt über zahlreiche neue Features und Funktionen, die wir euch natürlich nicht vorenthalten möchten und im folgenden genauer besprechen.

X Server 1.6.2 RC2 Brings More Bug Fixes | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 7:30

Keith Packard has been the release manager for the X Server 1.6 series and back in early May he issued an X Server 1.6.2 release cadndidate to close a few more X.Org bugs in this critical piece of software. After pulling in another heaping of bug fixes, Keith has now announced X Server 1.6.2 Release Candidate 2, which will go on to become the official 1.6.2 release assuming no bugs or regressions ...

My Sims Racing (Wii) Review | Posted on: 30/06/2009 @ 0:00

Gamers get to select from a quick race options as well as multiplay and career modes that allow gamers to customize not only their characters but their cars and tracks as well. The game allows up to four players to compete against one another and the wide variety of customizations and upgrades ensure hours of replay value.

Apple iPhone 3GS Overheating Problems? Big Deal! | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 19:00

News stories have been circulating the media today about the new Apple iPhone 3GS phones having problems with overheating. Whoopty do! Let's see any company double the speed of a phone by upgrading the CPU and it not heat up more without any additional changes to the cooling from the earlier model. Yeah, I know the new processor doesn't get much hotter than the older one because of the smaller ...

Could Vodafone Buy T-Mobile? New UK Mobile Giant Possible | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 16:30

The Financial Times is reporting that Vodafone could be on a shopping spree and are looking to acquire T-Mobile. This would make it the biggest UK mobile phone operator, but would it be good for customers?

Terminator Salvation PS3 Review | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 14:10

Mozilla Firefox 3.5 Final Release and Download Location | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 14:00

After Firefox 3.5 RC2 being released, just last week, Mozilla Labs will be unveiling the Firefox 3.5 Final version tomorrow! The release of Firefox 3.5 comes six months later than originally planned. The delay was mostly because of the amount of bugs that were found along the way, as well as revamping the JavaScript engine to compete with Google Chrome and Internet Explorer 8.

Samsung launches the R620 | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 13:30

Always see the full picture – anywhere you go Samsung launches the R620: the 16″ 16:9 HD notebook with blu-ray drive that lets you enjoy your digital life to the full Chertsey, UK, 29th June, 2009: Samsung Electronics, a market leader in consumer electronics and world leader in IT technology, today launched the innovative and family-friendly [...]

Britney Spears Has Died, According To Her Hacked Twitpic | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 13:00

Britney Spears has died, at least according to her Twitpic account on Sunday. This turned out to be false along with information being sent out from Ellen DeGeneres TwitPic account, because someone had broke into the two accounts and began sending out false information from them.Twitpic is a service that allows Twitter uses to share photos. While TwitPic isn't owned by Twitter, it is a widely ...

Fraudsters Target Users With Michael Jackson Spam | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:30

By now, unless you've been living under a rock, you've undoubtedly heard of Michael Jackson's death. Ever since the announcement of his death, the Internet has been filling with spam, viruses, and malware which attempts to spread by providing information about Jackson's death via email. Antivirus companies are warning users of the spam messages and as always, inform users not to open any email ...

G.Skill 64GB Falcon (FM-25S2S-64GBF1) | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:21

We've been seeing an influx in the number of SSD drives hitting the market but few have consistently provided steady performance over time. The introduction of the Indilinx controller and DRAM Cache sets high expectations on performance for the G.Skill Falcon.

Village Tronic ViBook | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:21

Desktops can easily add a second monitor but getting a second on your notebook isn't and it becomes even harder if you want three or more. With the Village Tronic ViBook the maximum number of monitors you can add is limited to how many USB ports you have.

Antec P193 | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:20

If you liked Antec's P183 but it didn't quite have the room you needed, then the P193 might be just you need. More space and fans are joined with the same styling in this elegant mid tower chassis.

Enermax Aurora Premium & Aurora Micro Keyboards | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:20

The new Aurora Premium and Micro keyboards from Enermax are not only functional, but are extremely beautiful works of art. What makes these aluminum keyboards so special? Read on for all the details.

Highpoint RocketRAID 3510 SATA II RAID Controller | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:20

Highpoint's RocketRAID 3510 is quite the performer. With Intel's IOP341 I/O processor, 256MB of ram and four SATA channels it is perfect for those who want the performance of enterprise level RAID hardware, but at a more affordable price.

Review: Parallels Workstation 2.2 | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:20

Parallels made a name for itself on the Mac, where it provided users a way of running Windows applications. This legacy is apparent in Workstation 2.2, with its stylish button bar and focus on improving the graphical interface of the client OS. Parallels Workstation isn't a particularly fast implementation though, both in normal operations and when installing operating systems. It was notably ...

Review: Microsoft Windows Vista Service Pack 2 | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:20

On first launch, SP2 complained that we had to remove Swedish language support before it could continue. There were no further hassles though, and 33 minutes and two reboots later, the service pack was installed. Small visual changes include a permanent Bluetooth applet in the Control Panel, a new Indexing option or two (if you didn't have Search 4) and Blu-ray disc format options. Otherwise, SP2 ...

Optimizing for Virtualization, Part 2 | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:20

This is the second part of our ESX optimization tips and tricks, diving into storage optimization and configuration options....

Acoustibuds Earphone Adapters | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 12:00

Acoustibuds are adapters that can change normal earbuds to fit in the ear canal, while also adding passive noise canceling. They fit a wide range of earbuds, allowing the owner to continue using their favorite pair with more functionality and less dropping out. We will try them out on several pairs of earbuds to see how they fare.

Review: Flip MinoHD | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 11:30

The MinoHD is similar in form to its predecessor, the Flip Mino, but it records at a resolution of 1280 x 720 instead of VGA 640 x 480. To cope with this, there's 4GB of storage space, which equates to an hour of recording time. In terms of performance, the MinoHD pleased rather than blew us away. Its one-touch operation is foolproof, but the 1.5in LCD screen is far too small. Performance in good ...

Google Reports Michael Jackson Died in 2007 | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 11:00

Oh dear, Google just isn’t having a good time of it lately is it? Firstly GMail was offline a number of times in March, and now the biggest news story to hit us this year in the death of Michael Jackson has been misreported and didn’t even appear in Google News for quite some time. Google [...]

HTC Hero Android Phone Launched | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 10:50

It’s official, the third Google Android powered mobile phone will be in stores next month courtesy of HTC. The HTC Hero comes with a 3.2-inch HVGA touchscreen, and a not-to-be-sneezed-at 5 megapixel camera with autofocus. Connectivity-wise, you’ll get HSDPA, GPS, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. There’s also a standard 3.5mm headphone jack, so you can plug in any [...]

Samsung NC20 - 12in Ultraportable Review | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 10:20

Samsung is back with a 12.1in clone of its hugely successful NC10 netbook. There's a lot more to it than that though, as the NC20 is one of the first laptops to be based around VIA's Nano processor. Does Samsung's slinky ultraportable retain all of the charm its little brother had? Read on to find out.

Sony Ericsson W995 Walkman Video Tutorials | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 8:10

Here at Gaj-It we’ve been quite keen on the new Sony Ericsson W995 handset with its 8.1 megapixel camera, GPS receiver, standard 3.5mm jack and an an 8GB M2 memory card for all of your music- well it is a Walkman after all. A couple of weeks ago we unboxed the phone and liked what came [...]

EXT4, Btrfs, NILFS2 Performance Benchmarks | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 7:10

The past few Linux kernel releases have brought a number of new file-systems to the Linux world, such as with EXT4 having been stabilized in the Linux 2.6.28 kernel, Btrfs being merged into Linux 2.6.29, and most recently the NILFS2 file-system premiering with the Linux 2.6.30 kernel. Other file-systems have been introduced too during the past few Linux kernel release cycles, but these three have ...

Logitech G19 Gaming Keyboard | Posted on: 29/06/2009 @ 5:30

Windows 7 on sale months before it’s appearance | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 22:50

As mentioned in a previous article, Microsoft’s upcoming Windows 7 operating system is boxed and ready and whilst Microsoft tries to defend the pricing structure, consumers want it now, and they want it cheap. Microsoft announced that big savings can be had for pre-ordering the new OS. Online e-tailors like Amazon.com are selling Windows 7 Home Premium [...]

Noctua NF-S12B FLX 120mm Fan | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 15:10

Cooler Master Black Label (http://www.testfreaks.com/blog/review/cooler-master-limited-edition-black-label-cosmos-case/) PC case, and I've swapped all of the fans out for Noctua fans, the reason being is that they're quiet and they perform well. Today for review I've got another 120mm fan entry from Noctua, it's called the NF-S12B FLX, the FLX meaning flex, or that it can be run at variable ...

Review: Samsung PB22-J 256GB | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 12:21

This drive packs a truly epic spec list with 256GB of MLC flash storage, 128MB of cache (that's fast DDR rather than SDRAM memory), eight memory channels and quoted read and write performance of 220Mbps and 200Mbps respectively. But what about the drive's all-important controller? Samsung is sticking with developing controllers in-house and, as before, the chip is based on an ARM processor core ...

Review: Sony MDR-NC500D | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 12:21

The Sony MDR-NC500Ds aren't as mobile or as unobtrusive as more compact designs, but they're not unduly heavy and many people will find them more comfortable than in-ear products. Intelligent circuitry selects the mode most effective for the environment you're in. It's not clear how these modes work and what advantages are offered by digital processing, but the end result is impressive, with some ...

Review: Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 12:21

As one of the only 'free' platforms, Microsoft's Virtual PC 2007 has an advantage in the value-for-money stakes, but it's also the most basic, and the one that refused to work with the two Linux distributions that we used to test the software suites. Both Ubuntu 9.04 and the older 8.02 images crashed, so if you're looking to experiment with a wealth of OSes, look elsewhere. Installing Windows ...

Review: VMWare Workstation 6.5 | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 12:21

VMware Workstation 6.5 is slick, powerful and the most fully featured of these suites, boasting USB support and DirectX 9.0c rendering. On top of that, Unity enables you to interact with the client's apps as if they were running natively. It's also the only platform that installed all three operating systems without a hiccup. VMware Workstation is, however, the most expensive app by some way and ...

Guitar Hero: Smash Hits Review (360, Wii, PS3) | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 5:50

The hits keep on coming in the highly popular Guitar Hero franchise with the latest release, Guitar Hero: Smash Hits. The 48 song collection contains all the best tracks from the previous Guitar Hero games, and allows gamers to not only play Guitar, but add vocals and drums as well. The game is not a track pack, but a an enhanced game release that allows players not only to enjoy classic ...

Pirate Bay retrial rejected | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 5:40

The four men behind the popular torrent website The Pirate Bay asked recently for a retrial. Today it was heard that a Swedish court has thrown out that request. In April 2009, the four men were found guilty of promoting copyright infringement and will face jail sentences and hefty claims for damages. When one of The Pirate [...]

Terminator Salvation PS3 Review | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 2:30

Fedora 12 Is Codenamed Constantine | Posted on: 28/06/2009 @ 1:20

After having gone to the community for looking at names, Red Hat has announced that the release of Fedora 12 will be codenamed Constantine. This name had the most votes and was approved by Red Hat's Legal department of being free of any potential issues...

Test | Posted on: 27/06/2009 @ 15:30

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Bus Stop Ad Changes When Someone Is Looking At It | Posted on: 27/06/2009 @ 13:20

How would you feel if an advertisement was doing something while you weren't watching it? That's just what a new type of ad does in Germany. The new ad at a bus stop in Hamburg Germany changes - whether or not someone's looking at it. This particular ad shows a happy couple smiling and acting normal with the phrase "It happens when nobody is watching", talking about domestic violence. When you ...

Review: Flip MinoHD | Posted on: 27/06/2009 @ 10:40

The MinoHD is similar in form to its predecessor, the Flip Mino, but it records at a resolution of 1280 x 720 instead of VGA 640 x 480. To cope with this, there's 4GB of storage space, which equates to an hour of recording time. In terms of performance, the MinoHD pleased rather than blew us away. Its one-touch operation is foolproof, but the 1.5in LCD screen is far too small. Performance in good ...

World of Warcraft MEGA FAQ! | Posted on: 27/06/2009 @ 9:00

Warcraft is a beast. You must seriously consider if you're ready to take it on as if you were committing to banned substances. Levels, achievements, heavy multiplayer, many different builds to tinker with, a full economy, gear with no end, and just tons of things to collect for vanity, you really have no hope of having any other entertainment if you start playing WoW. Yes, this game is ...

A Fourth Release Candidate For Mesa 7.5 | Posted on: 27/06/2009 @ 8:50

The release of Mesa 7.5.0, which is the first version of this open-source 3D stack to include support for Gallium3D, is running a bit behind schedule. Fortunately, however, Brian Paul has pushed out what is the fourth (and final) release candidate for the 7.5 series...

Enermax REVOLUTION 85+ PSU: raising the bar and price | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 21:40

Crammed full of features and excellent efficiency to boot, has Enermax priced the REVOLUTION too high? We find out.

EA Sports Active (Wii) Review | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 18:00

Enter EA SPORTS and the latest interactive fitness product for the Nintendo Wii: EA SPORTS Active. Where Wii Fit emphasized Eastern health and wellness with balance and yoga, Active emphasizes Western fitness that gets the heart pumping and the body sweating. It is balance board compatible, but it’s not required, and it incorporates use of the nun-chuck, with a specially-designed leg band, ...

Michael Jackson dies, aged 50 | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 17:40

Not hardware news, but very important none the less, especially in my life, if not many other millions of people. It was announced yesterday that legendary entertainer Michael Jackson died at the young age of 50 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Beverly Hills. The singer reportedly stopped breathing on Thursday afternoon and was [...]

Wheelman | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 15:50

Knallharte Action, schnelle Autos, scharfe Kurven und Vin Diesel, wem jetzt nicht Fast and the Furious in den Sinn kommt, der denkt wohl an Midway's Wheelman. Soll mit dieser Filmportierung, die an The Transporter erinnert, nur das schnelle Geld gemacht werden oder erwartet uns ein solides Spiel mit jeder Menge Spielspass? Wie erfolgreich Midway dabei war, zeigen wir auf den folgenden Seiten.

Retailers Begin Taking Microsoft Windows 7 Preorders | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 13:50

As we reported yesterday, Microsoft and retailers have begun taking pre-orders for Microsoft Windows 7 (Upgrade) today at heavily discounted prices. Windows 7 Home Premium is going for $49 while Windows 7 Professional (Vista Business Equivalent) is going for $99. Pre-orders at these prices will only be going until July 11th, or while supplies last. You can grab your upgrade at Amazon.com with ...

Earn an Extra £10 to Recycle Your Old Mobile: Voucher Code | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 13:40

While last week was all about the release of the new iPhone 3G S, there was another event went under the radar a bit. Yes, it’s the start of Recycle Week 2009 and if that wasn’t in your calendar you probably don’t even have Christmas in there either. To celebrate the two big occasions, money4urmobile.com is [...]

Novatech offer Windows 7 upgrade for free | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 12:10

Novatech offer Windows 7 upgrade for free Windows 7 Tech Guarantee Upgrade program launches Monday June 26, 2009: Portsmouth, UK: Novatech Ltd, UK’s leading PC and laptop manufacturer announced today a free upgrade program to Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 7.  Commencing Monday 29th June, all Novatech PCs and laptops installed with Windows Vista* will be [...]

New Pentax Optio W80; Dunk It, Freeze it, Drop it | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 12:00

At a time when digital cameras have become a commodity and one camera brand blurs with another, Pentax has brought out something different, their new "adventure-proof" camera. Pentax has just announced the Optio W80. This latest Pentax digital camera is waterproof, dustproof, coldproof, and now shockproof enough to withstand impact from a fall of more than one metre.

Review: Android Market | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 10:40

In many respects the Android Market is the opposite of the App Store. While Apple vets everything, the Android Market is a free-for-all; while Apple offers a desktop and a mobile version, the Market site is useless if you don't access it via an Android device; and while Apple offers update notification (and soon, in-app upgrading) it's up to you to keep an eye out for Android application updates. ...

Review: Mr Site Takeaway Website Pro | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 10:40

When you've plumped for a domain name, building a site with Mr Site is a six-step process. You start by selecting a design from the 106 blog templates available. You can then personalise and tweak it, add extra pages and drop your words and images in. A couple of clicks later and your site is published online at the domain you specify. The speed of construction is impressive; the quality less so. ...

Review: Flickr | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 10:40

Unquestionably the biggest of the dedicated photo sites, Flickr deserves its fame. Its pages don't necessarily show off your images at their best, but larger versions are never more than a click away. With groups and commenting tools, you can do more with your snaps than just admire them. The open API has led to a whole cottage industry of tools that plug into your Flickr photo collection to do ...

Windows 7 pricing announced. | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 10:01

For those of you waiting for the release of Windows 7, we have come a step closer with the announcement of the pricing. The news is good though, and not what we are expecting, there have been price drops since Vista.

Microsoft defend Windows 7 pricing structure | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 9:40

Early today we published an article featuring Microsoft’s new Windows 7 pricing structure, as well as some pictures of the box art. A lot of concerned potential customers sparked outrage at the pricing, saying it was too expensive. US Pricing is the only indication at the moment, but expect prices in the UK and Europe to [...]

Verbatim BD-R and BD-RE BluRay Media | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 8:20

Let's face it: DVD is on the way out as a data storage medium. Don't believe me? Do you remember when writable CDs were all the rage? I do, and I have a receipt for the $1000 2x drive to prove it. Once writeable DVDs became affordable, they were the backup medium of choice, and only recently have dual-layer products become affordable. Scientists keep making the optical data bits smaller and ...

Apple iPhone 3GS 16GB Smartphone | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 6:20

Triple Buffering: Why We Love It | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 5:40

Going in depth on an often misunderstood and disregarded setting to show gamers why they should enable triple buffering....

Retail Windows 7 Prices Announced | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 3:20

Microsoft has released the retail prices for Windows 7, so let's dive right in.   For full retail versions: Home Premium Full: $199 Professional Full: $299 Ultimate Full: $319 For retail upgrades: Home Premium Upgrade: $119 Professional Upgrade: $199 Ultimate Upgrade: $219 This doesn't include OEM pricing....

Spire TherMax II | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 0:30

Spire's TherMax II is a new DHT CPU cooler for AMD and Intel CPUs. Its four heatpipes make direct contact with the processor for optimum cooling. Also included in the package is a fan controller which allows you to control the UV reactive fan in any way you want.

Corsair® Launches New 128GB and 64GB Performance Series Solid State Drives | Posted on: 26/06/2009 @ 0:10

Corsair® Launches New 128GB and 64GB Performance Series Solid State Drives - P128 and P64 SSDs offer class-leading performance at smaller capacities - Fremont, CA. June 25th, 2009. Corsair®, a worldwide leader in high-performance computer memory, power supplies and flash memory products, including solid-state drives, today announced two new products in its Performance Series SSD family: ...

Microsoft Unveils Windows 7 Pricing Information | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 15:50

Microsoft announced today of the retail pricing for Windows 7, which is set at or below Windows Vista pricing giving consumers that pre-order the new operating system a heavy discount. Customers that preorder a copy of Windows 7 between June 26th and July 11th will have the opportunity to buy an upgrade copy at the following prices:Windows 7 Home Premium (Upgrade): $49.99Windows 7 Professional ...

Linux 2.6.31-rc1 Kernel Released | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 13:00

Quite a lot has made its way into the Linux 2.6.31 kernel, particularly Radeon kernel mode-setting and the new TTM GPU memory manager, but now the merge window for this release cycle is closing. Linus Torvalds last night released Linux 2.6.31-rc1 as the first test release of this new code...

Review: Apple App Store | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 12:00

Apple's App store is a beautifully designed shop whether you access it on your phone or via iTunes on your computer. All of the features you might reasonably want are included: user reviews, screenshots, a decent search engine and easy browsing via different categories. On your iPhone or iPod Touch it also notifies you of any updates to your installed applications, with an Update All option to ...

Shuttle Strips-down X50 to the Bones | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 11:50

Shuttle has released a "barebone" version of their all-in-one touch screen mini PC the X50. The dual-core processor Intel Atom powered X50 is a 15.6 inch all-in-one PC with touchscreen and carry handle. All this comes in shell that is only 36mm thick. "Barebones" means that you decide for yourself which components should be installed in the All-in-One-PC. You need to buy a 2.5" hard drive, add ...

Adaptec Zero-Maintenance Cache Protection Explained | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 11:50

Enermax Liberty Eco 620W PSU Review | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 11:30

Enermax has added a new PSU to its Liberty series and as it's 80Plus compliant it's busted out the Eco branding too. We put this 620W PSU to the test to see how it compares to other competing models.

Enermax Aurora Micro Aluminum Keyboard Review | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 8:40

Some users just like really tiny keybaords. Personally I am an ergonominc fan, so the wider my hands can be apart, the better. For those who like tiny keyboards (programmers love them for some odd reason), then you'll be glad to know that there's finally one that's built like a tank: the Enermax Aurora Micro. This review was actually written using this keyboard entirely, in addition to some ...

Iron Maiden DLC for Rock Band | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 2:40

What an excellent coincidence that i decide to inform you about this new available DLC for Rock Band when it is actually 2 minutes to midnight. Released on Monday 8th June, owners of an Xbox LIVE Gold subscription can now get their grubby, sore, knuckle aching mits on 12 Iron Maiden songs. An entire albums worth of [...]

‘Life’s Good this summer’ with LG’s LOOP | Posted on: 25/06/2009 @ 0:50

‘Life’s Good this summer’ with LG’s LOOP Offering a chance to win VIP tickets to Relentless Boardmaster in association with Vans festival Berkshire, 24 June, 2009 – LG Electronics (LG), a worldwide technology and design leader in mobile communications, today announces its new ‘Life’s Good this summer’ campaign as part of its image sharing ...

FUEL | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 23:40

Developed by Asobo Studios, and published by Codemasters (Coling McRae DiRT, Race Drive: GRID), FUEL is set to be the next best thing for competetive adrenaline junkies around the world. FUEL lets the player race through an almost limitless environment of over 14,000 square kilometers consisting of rough and wild terrain inspired by some of americas [...]

Aliens vs Predator | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 21:20

“Want some Candy?” Personally i don’t usually eat candy, but when offered by the Predator i wouldn’t like to say no just encase he rips my spine out. The Alien however would probably snap a bit of candy up in a flash with its you know what. In a more realistic and present reality however, they would be [...]

Saturn Moon Found To Contain Ocean Beneath Surface | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 19:00

While NASA is busy sending probes to our Moon in search for water ice, scientist here on Earth have found new evidence that an ocean is beneath one of Saturn's moons. The icy moon, called Enceladus, contains salt which is a signature of seawater, in the ice grains from vapor jets streaming out of the surface cracks. This new evidence makes some scientists believe that a huge liquid reservoir is ...

Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen Movie Review | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 19:00

Following up the success of “Transformers” was not easy task, and thankfully Director Michael Bay and the amazing wizards at Industrial Light and Magic are up to the challenge as “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen” is the rare sequel that outdoes the original in almost every way. The film once again stars Shia LaBeouf as Sam Witwicky who is still dating the lovely ...

ZeniMax Media & Bethesda Softworks Buys id Software | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 18:50

ZeniMax Media announced today that it has acquired id Software, the game developer who made Quake, Doom, Rage, and many other great gaming titles. The details of the acquisition is not known nor was it disclosed.ZeniMax is the parent company of Bethesda Softworks which is the makers of Fallout 3. "This was a unique opportunity to team with a smart, sophisticated publisher like Bethesda Softworks ...

Let's Tap - Wii | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 16:20

Button-less gaming with cardboard boxes. Intrigued?

Setanta Sports UK Goes Into Administration | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 13:50

The UK branch of Setanta Sports went into administration yesterday, following a series of financial difficulties. Here’s the message the former company posted on their website to it’s customers: “Setanta Sports Customers from England, Wales, Scotland, Isle of Man and Channel Islands, please be advised that it is with great regret that Setanta GB is no [...]

Microsoft Security Essentials Beta Released | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 13:40

Microsoft officially released the Microsoft Security Essentials Beta yesterday that provides you with free protection from viruses and spyware, including Trojans, worms and other malicious software. MSE replaced the paid LiveOne Care services that Microsoft recently shutdown. MSE has a very small footprint, uses small amounts of bandwidth for updates, and doesn't take up a lot of resources on ...

Gallium3D Gets A New Driver | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 12:40

Last month we were excited over the release of a OpenVG state tracker and OpenGL ES 1.1/2.0 state trackers for Gallium3D along with confirmation that OpenCL and OpenGL 3.1 state trackers are under development. Neither of these new state trackers have yet to arrive, but just committed to the Mesa repository is a new Gallium3D driver...

Free Loader Solar Charger- on the go charging for your portables | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 12:10

Want a way to charge your gadgets on the go? A mobile phone might be a little too ambitious to charge via solar power at the moment, but giving your gadgets an extra charge hit using solar energy isn't beyond the relms of plausabilty...

Cyberlink MediaShow Espresso | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 12:04

Between YouTube and the advent of the portable media player, converting and transcoding video has suddenly become a big deal for the everyday PC user, a change which has brought with it a number of applications which promise to make such tasks easy for you. Today we look at a new kid on this particular block courtesy of Cyberlink, whose MediaShow Espresso application promises quick and easy video ...

Review: CoolIT Domino ALC | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 11:50

Where would we be without water? The wet stuff's best property is its ability to absorb and transfer heat. Next time you're boiling some water, try dunking your hands in it and you'll be able to feel water's conductive properties for yourself.Water's magic doesn't end there, and it's used in all sorts of things you wouldn't think about: engines, supermodels and even clouds.Another thing you ...

Yet Another DRM Pull Request Goes Into Linux 2.6.31 Kernel | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 11:20

There have already been a few DRM pull requests to go into the Linux 2.6.31 kernel for making better the Linux graphics driver stack, but David Airlie now looks to have one more last minute pull before the merge window closes. David has called upon Linus to pull in his latest set of DRM changes, which contains fixes for the biggest DRM addition to the 2.6.31 kernel: Radeon kernel mode-setting ...

Ubuntu's First 100 Paper Cuts, Some Bandaged | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 11:10

Last week the first ten Ubuntu paper cuts were exposed via Launchpad, which are small annoying usability problems with Ubuntu (and upstream applications) that are quite easy to address but simply have not been carried out. In time for the release of Ubuntu 9.10, Canonical hopes to have 100 of these "paper cuts" addressed...

Review: Cygnett GroovePlatinum Earphones. | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 10:20

Why is it that when you buy a MP3 player, they give you headphones that look as if they came from a Christmas cracker? Even the mighty iPods headphones are a bit basic, and the availability of even nattier headphones would indicate that Apple feel there is room for improvement.

Solidata K5-64 SLC Indilinx Solid State Drive | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 5:30

Rosewill RKM-800RF Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 3:00

As a whole, the Rosewill RKM-800RF Wireless Keyboard and mouse combo is a decent, solid performer. In a very crowded field of contenders, it doesnÂ’t really stand out, and doesnÂ’t draw attention to itself, but it performs admirably. If you are a hard-core gamer, or if you have large hands like me, you might want to try it before committing to the RKM-800RF.

iPhone software jailbroken and unlocked | Posted on: 24/06/2009 @ 0:40

The guys from the iPhone dev team have released the eagerly anticipated ultrasn0w software which gives the ability for users of the new iPhone 3.0 software to unlock their devices for use with other networks. I can confirm that the iPhone 3.0 software can be jailbroken using redsn0w as I’ve personally done this on my iPhone [...]

Steve Jobs Returns To Apple As CEO | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 17:20

According to reports, Apple's CEO Steve Jobs has apparently returned back to work. Steve Jobs took a leave from absence earlier this year when he found out that he had cancer and according to some reports it was pancreatic cancer.Reports floating around the web indicate that Jobs had went under a liver transplant a couple months ago and apparently is doing better. On Monday, Jobs even announced ...

Vodafone Access Gateway Boosts 3G Mobile Signal | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 17:10

If a 3G mobile signal wasn’t a strong selling point when you bought your basement apartment or idyllic rural country cottage, you may be given the chance to actually use your mobile without having to lean half your body out the window whilst waving your phone around in a mad attempt at catching some snippet [...]

Alien Arena 2009 Brings New Gaming Improvements | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 14:20

Back in October we reported on the release of Alien Arena 2008, which brought several graphical improvements, such as GLSL enhancements, parallax mapping, and new shaders. The developers behind Alien Arena and its Quake 2 derived engine had not stopped there, but they immediately began work on Alien Arena 2009. Now just a mere six months later, we have Alien Arena 2009 and it brings more graphics ...

SAPPHIRE Adds two new HD 4890 Models with Vapor-X | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 13:50

SAPPHIRE Adds two new HD 4890 Models with Vapor-X TOXIC and Vapor-X Editions offer Performance and Peace ! SAPPHIRE Technology announces two new models of the SAPPHIRE HD 4890  - offering users a choice of performance and connection options and both featuring SAPPHIRE Vapor-X cooling technology for quiet and cool operation. Following the recent announcement of the limited [...]

OCZ Technology Announces Availability of the Affordable Sabre Gaming Keyboard | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 12:50

San Jose, Calif.—June 22, 2009—OCZ Technology Group, Inc., a worldwide leader in innovative, ultra-high performance and high reliability memory and components, today announced the highly-anticipated Sabre OLED multimedia keyboard for advanced gaming and customization complete with intelligent management software. The Sabre’s unique combination of user-friendly functions, ...

Sitecom USB Hub | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 12:21

A growing amount of USB peripherals and devices are being produced and for a large amount of PC enclosures, there are a limited amount of USB ports on the front panel. To make it easier to plug in different devices such as printers, headsets and hard drive enclosures, enthusiasts are turning towards USB hubs. One such company that has a whole host of USB related products is Sitecom. ...

Chieftec Dragon CH-07 Review | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 11:30

The release of Chieftec's legendary Dragon marked the beginning of a new era in enthusiasts hardware. Today we have the latest case from Chieftec to sport the Dragon name. Is the Dragon CH-07 made of the same ground breaking stuff as its namesake?

Review: JVC LT-26DE1BJ | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 11:10

The LT-26DE1BJ is a fantastic space-saving option as it comes equipped with an integrated digital recorder with 160GB of memory. What's more, as this model has two digital tuners, it enables you to record two channels simultaneously. The Freeview+ badge means you'll also benefit from series recording and the ability to pause live TV. The glossy black chassis is matched by an elegant blue light ...

Review: Buffalo TeraStation III 2TB | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 10:50

The TeraStation III isn't your standard chunk of network storage. Consumer-level storage has come a long way recently, but if you're after a serious amount of disk space, then you're still going to have to pay big bucks for it. But what do you get for your cash? Quite a lot, it transpires.The TeraStation III boasts four 500GB hard drives. It offers full RAID support too, which means your 2TB can ...

Review: UPEK Eikon to Go Digital Privacy Manager for Mac | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 10:30

With the Eikon To Go Privacy Manager fingerprint scanner, you can replace your user account password with a finger swipe. After registering your fingerprints, set your login and authentication screens to prompt for a swipe, your password or both. Multiple users on the same Mac can register their prints with their own accounts, so you can use the scanner to facilitate user-switching too.In a ...

Review: Olympus μ Tough-8000 | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 10:20

Cameras that will not self-destruct when seriously wet are not new, but some are better at taking a good soaking than others. The real deal, however, is a camera that will keep on working when completely submerged. The machismo of these Commando-style cameras is measured by how deep you can take them beneath the brine. As any swimming pool diver will know, water pressure builds up fast as you ...

Review: Genius HD520 | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 10:20

The silver body of the HD520 boasts 'Perfect HD' – a claim that seems certain to be compromised by its microscopic F3.2 pinhole camera lens. You can snap stills at a mighty 11MP, select an electronic image stabiliser (the optical version's poorer cousin), and even use manual equivalents for the exposure and white balance, along with the auto staples. It comes with a negligible 32MB ...

Apple iPod Touch Users to Pay for Critical Patches | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 10:20

In a move that has sparked a healthy dose of indignation amongst iPod Touch users, Apple are charging for a critical update that will correct 46 software holes. Touch users will have to pay US$10 to download the necessary patches for the iPod Touch, while privileged iPhone users can download them for free. These flaws include quite [...]

Review: Sony KDL-37S5500 | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 9:50

Sony has really been making its mark with its latest LCD screens. This 37-inch model is the first from the entry-level S5500 series and it's left us feeling decidedly nonplussed. It gets off on the wrong foot by looking plain by Sony standards and is a little run-of-the-mill connections-wise too, with a predictable three HDMIs and a USB input, which is increasingly becoming standard on new TVs. ...

Review: Canon Pixma MX320 | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 9:31

The Canon PIXMA MX320 is a four-function device that can print, fax, copy and scan. Connectivity is via USB or optional Bluetooth. Like all recent Canon printers, the output tray opens automatically when you start printing, a delightful touch that spares you the chore of having to open it yourself.Printing our standard test image onto ordinary photocopier paper using Preview's Standard quality ...

Will the Next Great Tech CEO Please Stand Up? | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 8:20

Admit it. You missed Steve opening WWDC (Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference). You missed him walking out at the end of Phil Schiller’s keynote where Steve walks from behind the curtain and says , “One more thing!” There was no colored water to dazzle folks. No one sat down on the chair, whipped off the shoes and socks, held them in the air and said ...

Upcoming Phoronix Articles: NILFS2 & More | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 2:50

Yours truly will be departing this week for Europe, so for the next two weeks our Linux news may be slightly slower than normal (read: just not within-a-few-minutes-of-an-announcement speed), but there are already a number of interesting articles in the publishing queue during this time. Coming up this week is a brief look at Alien Arena 2009, a review of the System76 Bonobo Professional ...

World says Boo to Blu-Ray | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 2:20

Blu-Ray has now settled in and put its feet up in the multimedia world, but isn’t allowed to get as comfy as it would like to in some people’s homes. Harris Interactive released details of a poll showing that one in ten Americans own a HD DVD player, but that only seven percent of them owned [...]

SAPPHIRE HD 4730 lands in Europe | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 1:50

SAPPHIRE HD 4730 lands in Europe Performance graphics at a competitive price Following the successful launch of the world’s first 40nm Graphics processor, the HD4770, SAPPHIRE Technology, the leading manufacturer and worldwide supplier of AMD/ATI based graphics solutions is now shipping the SAPPHIRE HD 4730 – a powerful midrange graphics card that will appeal to enthusiasts [...]

Apple sells over a million iPhone 3GS’ in 3 days | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 1:10

What a weekend for Apple. You either love them or hate them, but the public can’t seem to get enough of Apple’s latest offering. The iPhone 3GS. Many criticism’s were heard before , during and after the launch of the new, faster iPhone about Apple not changing the looks of the new 3GS to be something [...]

SAPPHIRE HD 4730 lands in Europe | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 0:40

SAPPHIRE HD 4730 lands in Europe Performance graphics at a competitive price Following the successful launch of the world’s first 40nm Graphics processor, the HD4770, SAPPHIRE Technology, the leading manufacturer and worldwide supplier of AMD/ATI based graphics solutions is now shipping the SAPPHIRE HD 4730 – a powerful midrange graphics card that will appeal to enthusiasts [...]

Kingston HyperX Fan Review | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 0:10

Kingston recently introduced the HyperX Fan to compliment their HyperX line of ram, but it can be purchased separately for use with any ram, and they were kind enough to send one over for review. Normally this kind of thing is not very useful really, in my experience with ram coolers they tend not to work very well, but the HyperX Fan is truly an exception. The HyperX Fan works, and works very ...

Noctua NF-S12B FLX 120mm Fan Review | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 0:00

The fan we will look at now is the Noctua NF-S12B FLX which runs at three speed modes of 1200 RPM, 900 RPM and 600 RPM for flexible cooling needs.

Noctua NF-S12B ULN 120mm Fan Review | Posted on: 23/06/2009 @ 0:00

This 120mm fan from Noctua runs at two different speeds; 700 RPM or 500 RPM. The main feature of this particular fan is that it is designed to run as quietly as absolutely possible and still cool your computer components effectively.

Indiana Jones and the Staff of Kings Review (Wii) | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 21:50

The man with the Fedora hat and bullwhip is back as Dr. Indiana Jones returns in an all new adventure. In Indiana Jones and The Staff of Kings, Jones is tasked with locating the Staff of Moses and as usual the Nazis and all manner of enemies are hot on his heels and dangers abound. The opening segments of the game on the Playstation 2 version I played deftly combined a gameplay tutorial with ...

Samsung Jet S8000 Blasts Off: 2 Million Pre-Orders | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 20:30

The handset that’s being billed as being “smarter than a smartphone” is also proving to be more popular than a pop star, with over 2 million pre-orders for the Samsung Jet S8000 already taken. This makes the Jet the highest volume pre-order in Samsung’s history, and isn’t a bad figure to wave around after Apple reported [...]

Final Testing | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 18:40

1 2 3  here we go!!!!!

Apple iPhone 3G S Hits 1 Million Sales, Steve Jobs Speaks | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 18:30

On Monday, Apple announced that they have sold over 1 million new iPhone 3G S in only the three days since the new iPhone hit stores. They also announced that over 6 million users have downloaded the new iPhone 3.0 OS update. "Customers are voting and the iPhone is winning," said Steve Jobs, Apples CEO who has recently undergone surgery. "With over 50,000 applications available from Apples ...

Samsung S1 1.8'' 120GByte | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 16:50

Samsung präsentiert mit der Spinpoint S1 Mini eine äusserst kompakte und praktische, 120 GByte fassende, externe Speicherlösung für unterwegs. Die verbaute 1.8'' durchmessende Festplatte rotiert mit 4'200 Umdrehungen pro Minute und verspricht somit gute Schreib- sowie Lesegeschwindigkeiten. Um bestmögliche Kompatibilität zu bieten wurde als Interface USB 2.0 gewählt.

Mozilla Firefox 3.5 RC 2 Released for Download | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:50

Mozilla announced the release of the Firefox 3.5 Release Candidate which is now available for download. The RC2 has many new changes over the previous RC1 which was recently released. Of the new features is improved tools for controlling data through the Private Browsing Mode, and HTML5 support, and better performance with the new JavaScript engine.Speaking of performance, Firefox 3.5 has ...

Test Post 2 | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:40

Please ignore this post. Testing 1 2 3 … Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry’s standard dummy text ever since the 1500s, when an unknown printer took a galley of type and scrambled it to make a type specimen book. It has survived not [...]

Acer Aspire Revo Review | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:40

Acer's Revo is the first product we've seen that uses Nvidia's Ion platform, combining GeForce graphics with Intel's cheap and cheerful Atom CPU. It promises smooth 1080p video playback and playable game frame rates for £250 - join us as we find out of whether the Revo is able to deliver.

Zalman CNPS10X Extreme | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:30

Toulouse, on the 10th of June, 2009 – Zalman breaks with the tradition and proceeds with a radical change inthe design of its new CPU cooler. The CNPS10X Extreme is a perfect association between innovation, performance and design. CNPS10X Extreme Revolution, innovation, performance and design are the key words that best define the CNPS10X Extreme! Breaking the ...

HeatoN and QPAD launches new product! | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:30

HeatoN launches his first gaming product! QPAD, the Swedish company famed for its premium gaming gear, today announced the launch of HeatoN’s first gaming product. “The perfect mouse pad”. The product was released during Dreamhack last weekend. Release at dreamhack The product release took place at Dreamhack in front of an exited crowd waiting to get a glimpse [...]

Shuttles First Barebones PC For Socket AM3 | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:30

Versatile Mini-PC Barebone to support AMD processors for socket AM3 New entry-level model ready for up to 8 GB DDR2 RAM Shuttle Inc., the market leader in the area of mini-PCs and the manufacturer of multi-form-factor solutions, is now offering another barebone for modern AMD processors. The SA76G2 hits the market with a style not unlike its [...]

Björn “threat” Pers sets new Counter-Strike record | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:30

The Swedish AIM champion Björn “threat” Pers sets the new record at Dreamhack. QPAD, the Swedish company famed for its premium gaming gear, today announced the result of the Guinness World Record attempt at Dreamhack the biggest lan party in the world, taking place last weekend between 13-16 of June. Guinness World record attempt “Gamers edition” QPAD was [...]

eTeknix Arcade Now Open! | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:30

I would like to invite everyone out there in the cyber world to come and have a go on our eTeknix Arcade. It’s a new part of the forum that we have recently added and would appreciate anyone and everyone having a go. All our them classic retro games that we all grew up with are [...]

Acer Aspire Revo Review | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:20

Acer's Revo is the first product we've seen that uses Nvidia's Ion platform, combining GeForce graphics with Intel's cheap and cheerful Atom CPU. It promises smooth 1080p video playback and playable game frame rates for £250 - join us as we find out of whether the Revo is able to deliver.

Zalman CNPS10X Extreme | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:10

Toulouse, on the 10th of June, 2009 – Zalman breaks with the tradition and proceeds with a radical change inthe design of its new CPU cooler. The CNPS10X Extreme is a perfect association between innovation, performance and design. CNPS10X Extreme Revolution, innovation, performance and design are the key words that best define the CNPS10X Extreme! Breaking the ...

HeatoN and QPAD launches new product! | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:10

HeatoN launches his first gaming product! QPAD, the Swedish company famed for its premium gaming gear, today announced the launch of HeatoN’s first gaming product. “The perfect mouse pad”. The product was released during Dreamhack last weekend. Release at dreamhack The product release took place at Dreamhack in front of an exited crowd waiting to get a glimpse [...]

Shuttles First Barebones PC For Socket AM3 | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:10

Versatile Mini-PC Barebone to support AMD processors for socket AM3 New entry-level model ready for up to 8 GB DDR2 RAM Shuttle Inc., the market leader in the area of mini-PCs and the manufacturer of multi-form-factor solutions, is now offering another barebone for modern AMD processors. The SA76G2 hits the market with a style not unlike its [...]

Björn “threat” Pers sets new Counter-Strike record | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:10

The Swedish AIM champion Björn “threat” Pers sets the new record at Dreamhack. QPAD, the Swedish company famed for its premium gaming gear, today announced the result of the Guinness World Record attempt at Dreamhack the biggest lan party in the world, taking place last weekend between 13-16 of June. Guinness World record attempt “Gamers edition” QPAD was [...]

PowerColor goes green once again! | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:10

Two green graphics cards PowerColor are making a statement that nVidia aren’t the only ones who care about being eco-friendly, ATI can be green too, why not I say? We keep seeing messages from our governments to buy energy saving light bulbs, and cars with less CO2 emissions. So why shouldn’t computer components follow suit? nVidia started the [...]

eTeknix Arcade Now Open! | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:10

I would like to invite everyone out there in the cyber world to come and have a go on our eTeknix Arcade. It’s a new part of the forum that we have recently added and would appreciate anyone and everyone having a go. All our them classic retro games that we all grew up with are [...]

22nd June 2009 Daily Review Roundup | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 15:10

Here is the latest review roundup from our affiliates. Arctic Cooling Fusion 550RF ATX Power Supply Review @ Legit Reviews ASUS Xonar DS PCI sound card review @ Elite Bastards Enermax Aurora Premium & Aurora Micro Keyboards Review at Overclockers Online Gigabyte GA-MA790X-UD4P AM3 Motherboard @ Benchmark Reviews I-Rocks KR-6820E Backlit Gaming Keyboard Review @ Tweaknews MIONIX Saiph 3200 [...]

T-Mobile's Android-Based My Touch 3G Announced | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 14:00

T-Mobile has announced its latest smartphone and its second phone that uses the Google Android operating system, the T-Mobile My Touch 3G. The My Touch 3G is being taunted as being thinner than the G1 and a bit smaller than the Apple iPhone. The MyTouch 3G phone offers a 3.2-inch touch screen display, 320x480 resolution, and has no hardware keyboard.The myTouch is definitely up against some ...

NAVIGON Releases Navigation App for the iPhone; Includes UK and Ireland Maps | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 12:00

While many are waiting for the TomTom application to be released, European software developers NAVIGON have beaten TomTom by releasing an iPhone turn-by-turn navigation app for Europe. The app, which is available now on the Apple App Store, includes maps for the United Kingdom and Ireland as well as the rest of mainland Europe including France, Germany, Spain, Italy and Switzerland.

Review: HP Officejet Pro 8500 | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 11:50

You can't fault it for features. HP's Officejet Pro 8500 lets you fax or email documents directly from the printer, offers Duplex printing and can be connected to a network via Ethernet. The model here is wireless, enables Duplex scanning and has a 3.5-inch colour touchscreen. HP has improved the paper feeder, with pages now pulled from the centre instead of the sides for fewer jams. You can add ...

Review: Axiotron Modbook | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 11:32

Sections of the Mac-buying public have demanded a tablet-format Mac for years, but Apple has never delivered. Back at Macworld 2007, Axiotron announced the Modbook, a tablet computer built from a MacBook. And this summer, they released a new, improved version and announced an exclusive deal with Computer Warehouse giving the device its first official UK release. But is it the tablet Mac we've ...

Review: Radiopaq Custom Tuned Earphones | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 10:30

Radiopaq's Custom Tuned Earphones range offers a unique set of earbuds for different musical genres, each optimised to get the most from the style in question. There are four to choose from. The Rock earbuds offer solid bass and a low-distortion ratio. The Pop-tuned set gives strong vocals and midrange, with Jazz emphasising detail, range and balance, and Classical offering improved audio ...

Review: Elgato Video Capture | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 10:10

VHS may seem like a bad dream, but many of us have stacks of old cassettes in a cupboard somewhere that deserve to be digitised onto the Mac for sharing. Elgato's Video Capture does just that. It's a little hardware dongle with connections for Composite and S-Video as well as audio, and it even comes with AV cables and a SCART adaptor. Just plug it into your Mac's USB port, and use the assistant ...

22nd June 2009 Daily Review Roundup | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 10:10

Here is the latest review roundup from our affiliates. Arctic Cooling Fusion 550RF ATX Power Supply Review @ Legit Reviews ASUS Xonar DS PCI sound card review @ Elite Bastards Enermax Aurora Premium & Aurora Micro Keyboards Review at Overclockers Online Gigabyte GA-MA790X-UD4P AM3 Motherboard @ Benchmark Reviews I-Rocks KR-6820E Backlit Gaming Keyboard Review @ Tweaknews MIONIX Saiph 3200 [...]

Review: Toshiba Camileo S10 | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 9:50

It may look like an elegant cigarette case, but the Toshiba Camileo S10 packs in a lot of HD capability. For all its back-pocket scale, it feels a little unwieldy in the hand, although most controls can be activated without difficulty. There's space for an SD card and a switch for selecting a macro stills close-up mode. The menus are brief and easy to navigate and offer options for adjusting ...

Solar Panels On Mobiles Not Environmentally Friendly | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 9:10

We recently looked at the Samsung E1107 which is a basic phone with simple calling and texting features, FM radio, oh and a solar panel on the back of the phone. Much like a Malibu resident, the phone needs to hit the sun’s rays for a good 40 hours to fully charge its battery, which all [...]

Mvix Nubbin MS-811N Wireless N USB Adapter | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 8:00

Mandriva 2010 Alpha Brings Plymouth, New Features | Posted on: 22/06/2009 @ 7:20

The first alpha release of Mandriva Linux 2010 was released on Sunday. This development update brings a number of core improvements to Mandriva such as a faster boot time, Plymouth integration for enhancing the boot process, Tomoyo for providing the security framework, Moblin packaging, and various other improvements. In this article we are taking a brief look at Mandriva Linux 2010 Alpha 1.

Thermaltake ISGC Fan 12 120MM Fan | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 23:00

Today I figured why not take a look at another Thermaltake product, this time it's a fan, while it might not be as exciting as the BlacX I looked at yesterday, it's still a good product. The fan is a new design by Thermaltake, they took cues from other companies and basically re-designed this fan from the ground up. It's called the ISGC 12, and it features a unique fan blade design to keep things ...

eTeknix Arcade Now Open! | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 21:40

I would like to invite everyone out there in the cyber world to come and have a go at our eTeknix Arcade. All our them classic retro games that we all grew up with are avaliable. Ranging from Asteriods to Mahjong to Tetris. We have them all. To play on the arcade, is simple. You will need to [...]

PowerColor goes green once again! | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 18:00

Two green graphics cards PowerColor are making a statement that nVidia aren’t the only ones who care about being eco-friendly, ATI can be green too, why not I say? We keep seeing messages from our governments to buy energy saving light bulbs, and cars with less CO2 emissions. So why shouldn’t computer components follow suit? nVidia started the [...]

Google Voice Close to Launch | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 16:30

Google looks set to launch its new Google Voice service very soon after the company reserved 1 million phone numbers in preparation for its official launch. Google Voice is set to give eBay owned Skype a run for its money as it similarly uses VoIP but with Google’s usual twist of features. The free service will give [...]

Björn “threat” Pers sets new Counter-Strike record | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 14:40

The Swedish AIM champion Björn “threat” Pers sets the new record at Dreamhack. QPAD, the Swedish company famed for its premium gaming gear, today announced the result of the Guinness World Record attempt at Dreamhack the biggest lan party in the world, taking place last weekend between 13-16 of June. Guinness World record attempt “Gamers edition” QPAD was [...]

Microsoft Security Essentials (Codename Morro) | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 14:20

Microsoft is set to release the beta version of the successor to its anti-virus malware program Windows Live OneCare, named Microsoft Security Essentials, on Tuesday, June 23rd in a limited release. Code named Morro, it includes a new interface, some new features, and a price tag of free. Microsoft says it expects to release the final version by the end of 2009 and it hopes that everyone will ...

Review: Toshiba 37AV635D | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 13:40

Toshiba's 37AV635D has two major things going for it. First, at £550 it's astonishingly cheap. Second, it's got a brain. Or a Meta Brain, to be precise. Meta Brain is actually the name given to a combination of picture processing tools: Active Vision II, and Resolution+. Of these, Resolution+ is easily the most interesting. This powerful engine has been proven to do a strikingly potent job of ...

Review: Philips PET712 | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 13:40

This is the answer to parents' prayers: the PET712 has a pair of 7in screens, so kids can watch the same movie on separate screens. Pictures are supplied to both via a compact square-shaped player, cutely styled in white and silver. It feels a little flimsy, but its shock-proof construction means it should withstand a few knocks. The player is connected to the screens using the two supplied ...

Review: LG M227WD | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 13:40

The first thing that strikes you about the M227WD LCD TV is the luxuriously designed chassis, boasting a glossy black frame with a contrasting red finish below the screen and on the back of the panel, as found on the maker's Scarlet TV range. Along with its good looks, the compact screen also doubles up as a PC monitor, upping its space-saving credentials even further. Also available as a 19in ...

Webmail services’ security questioned | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 12:50

According to a BBC news report, webmail services such as Google Mail are being quizzed on how safe the web-based session system really is for transient visitors.

Parcel Force personal data exposed online | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 12:20

A report has been published today revealing that Parcel Force customer's personal details have been at risk to exposure online...

Review: Sanyo VPC-HD2000 | Posted on: 21/06/2009 @ 11:00

The black-clad HD2000 is chunkily stylish with its handgun grip extending out to a barrel of an f1.8 lens. All the controls are located at the rear and proffer switches and buttons for all your handling needs including operation of the 16x optical zoom. A stills flash pops up when needed, while an accessory shoe is on hand for attaching an external light or microphone. The important connectors ...

HeatoN and QPAD launches new product! | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 23:10

HeatoN launches his first gaming product! QPAD, the Swedish company famed for its premium gaming gear, today announced the launch of HeatoN’s first gaming product. “The perfect mouse pad”. The product was released during Dreamhack last weekend. Release at dreamhack The product release took place at Dreamhack in front of an exited crowd waiting to get a glimpse [...]

Shuttles First Barebones PC For Socket AM3 | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 23:10

Versatile Mini-PC Barebone to support AMD processors for socket AM3 New entry-level model ready for up to 8 GB DDR2 RAM Shuttle Inc., the market leader in the area of mini-PCs and the manufacturer of multi-form-factor solutions, is now offering another barebone for modern AMD processors. The SA76G2 hits the market with a style not unlike its [...]

Clutter 1.0 Reaches RC1 Milestone | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 13:40

Clutter, the open-source toolkit designed to develop rich user interfaces with OpenGL and OpenGL ES but without the complexity of programming to such APIs, is nearing version 1.0. This toolkit, which was used to create the very impressive Moblin V2 interface, is backed by Intel and continues to gain steam...

Sanus Low Profile ELM203 Surge Protector Review | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 13:30

The Sanus ELM203 Low-Profile Surge Protector is an inexpensive way to incorporate surge protection behind any any wall-mounted HDTV or a piece of AV furniture. The ELM203 offers 2,100-Joule protection and EMI/RFI noise filtration at a product depth of just 1.37 inches.

Review: Toshiba SD-P73S | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 12:00

With its eye-catching black and white finish, the SD-P73S looks as pretty as a picture. It uses the traditional flip-top design, with a 7in, 16:9 screen set into the top section. It doesn't swivel like some of the other Toshiba models so shared viewing isn't easy, although there are two headphone sockets specifically for that purpose. The supplied battery clips onto the bottom, but even when it's ...

Review: Toshiba 19AV615DB | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 12:00

Despite the 19AV615DB's budget status, this pint-size TV sports a gloss black bezel and is also available in white. A svelte profile is combined with a compact stand for the smallest footprint possible, while the speaker grille is neatly tucked away under the screen. Setup took a little longer than we expected, as the channel scan screen did not appear automatically and we had to search through ...

TweakTown's 2009 Mid Year Audio Roundup | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 6:30

Mesa 7.4.3 Brings A Handful Of Fixes | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 4:00

While Mesa 7.5 will be out very soon and there are already features in the pipe for Mesa 7.6 (like the OpenVG and OpenGL ES state trackers for Gallium3D), a final point release in the Mesa 7.4 series is now out in the wild. Mesa 7.4.3 is the latest stable release for this open-source 3D graphics stack and officially it just contains eleven bug fixes. These fixes in Mesa 7.4.3 range from ...

Alien Arena 2009 Released, Brings Improved Graphics | Posted on: 20/06/2009 @ 2:30

Alien Arena 2009, which is the successor to Alien Arena 2008, has been released. We previously talked about the graphics improvements that were coming and now they have arrived. The key features in Alien Arena 2009 include GLSL per-pixel lighting on all surfaces, OpenAL 1.1 support, Ogg Vorbis support, GLSL post-process frame-buffer effects, new scoreboards, a new HUD, stereo music files, light ...

Apple iPhone 3G S Review | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 20:00

The new iPhone 3G S is finally released from Apple and we got our hands on one this morning. We've played around with it and so far we really like what we are seeing. For users of the iPhone 3G, you probably won't find any need to upgrade, but iPhone v1 or non-iPhone users will want to take a really good look at the 3G S. It offers some really nice enhancements to the iPhone line bringing it up ...

Wine 1.1.24 Released With New Improvements | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 19:30

A new development release of Wine is now available with a few prominent additions. Wine 1.1.24 introduces support for FreeDesktop.org file associations, support for 64-bit exception handling, improved ARB shaders, fixes for the FBO mode, and many ListView improvements...

iPhone 3GS Performance: 54% Faster than the 3G, 11% Faster than the Pre | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 15:40

What's the first thing I did with my new iPhone 3GS? Benchmarked it....

Apple iPhone 3GS Lines Form Long This Morning | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 15:30

Apple customers lined up in the rain at Apple's flagship New York Fifth Avenue store in NYC this morning hoping to get a new iPhone 3G S. While the line hasn't been long as the previous iPhone 3G launch, the lines are still very long with several hundreds of people. One of the reasons why the lines may not be long as before is because this isn't exactly a new product, it's an improvement to an ...

Microsoft Security Essentials Beta Releases Tuesday | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 13:50

The free Microsoft Antivirus/anti-malware software that has been previously codenamed Morro, will offer virus protection including protection against rootkits and trojans. It will also include antispyware protection as well. The new security product will replace the Windows Live OneCare which Microsoft has already discontinued.Comparing MSE to Live OneCare, MSE lacks some more advanced features ...

Ubuntu's First Ten Paper Cuts Spotted | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 13:50

With the release of Ubuntu 9.10, which is due out this October, Canonical and the Ubuntu developers hope to fix at least 100 "paper cuts" on the Ubuntu Linux desktop. Paper cuts are rather trivial usability bugs that are small, but in one way or another could impair the Linux desktop or increase the burden placed on a new Linux user ever so slightly...

Apple Customers Line Up Early To Grab An iPhone 3G S | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 13:10

Apple customers have been lined up at Apple Stores around the world this morning to be among the first to own the new iPhone 3G S which went on sale this morning. Apple began selling the new, highly anticipated, phone at 7AM ET.A couple hundred people and more have been spotted lined up outside of Apple Stores early this morning awaiting for the doors to open. Some customers even brought laptops ...

Review: JVC Everio GZ-HM200 | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 12:00

This handful of silver and black will easily slip into a handbag or an inside coat pocket. Its small and dainty controls are not designed for the serious videographer, but it has the HD spec and features to enable casual users to snap and video high quality images. While the lens and stereo Dolby Digital speakers seem a little puny, it does sport an impressively large 20x optical zoom. Most ...

The Palm Pre Review | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 8:20

When I first met Apple's iPhone, I was very impressed. Meet the first smartphone to impress me since....

OCZ Rally 2 USB Thumb Drive | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 7:30

Though the flash drive doesnÂ’t have the classic OCZ cheesegrater heatspreaders, it is completely clad in what looks to me to be lightly-powdercoated aluminum. Which makes it one of the toughest, if simple, flash drives IÂ’ve ever used. The charcoal body has its decorations but nothing that stand out over the blazing orange activity light.

OpenSolaris Receives New X Server, Mesa | Posted on: 19/06/2009 @ 1:10

For those of you that use OpenSolaris or the bi-weekly snapshots of Solaris Express Community Edition, the just-released SXCE Build 116 contains an updated X stack. In particular, this update brings X Server 1.6 (in particular, version 1.6.1) and Mesa 7.4...

Valve To Launch Native Linux Game In July? | Posted on: 18/06/2009 @ 22:10

Going back to 2007 we have been talking about Valve Software and Linux games after they were hiring software engineers to port Windows-based games to the Linux platform. Late last year we also got some confirmation of a Steam Linux client through some Linux shared libraries that had mistakenly shipped with the Left 4 Dead game client along with some other information we received through the ...

Sirius XM Satellite Radio App Now Available on iPhone | Posted on: 18/06/2009 @ 17:00

Sirius XM is bringing satellite radio to your iPhone and iPod Touch to allow listeners to hear the premium service while on the go, wherever you may be.Users are required to have a "Premium" Sirius Internet Radio or XM Radio Online subscription. The app is on the iTunes store and is available for free however. "Getting SIRIUS XM's superior programming on your iPhone or iPod touch is now ...

O2 gets heavy over iPhone tethering | Posted on: 18/06/2009 @ 17:00

iPhone owners woke up to a stern warning from UK network operator O2 this morning, with warnings that unofficial iPhone tethering will result in a fine or disconnection from the carrier...

Hired Guns: The Jagged Edge - PC | Posted on: 18/06/2009 @ 16:20

Mercenary antics on the West Coast of Africa in this tactical squad-based shooter.

Hackers Jailbreak Apple iPhone 3.0 Software | Posted on: 18/06/2009 @ 15:10

Well it was always going to be sooner or later before Apple’s latest 3.0 firmware update for the iPhone was going to be cracked. Seeing as the new system was released yesterday (June 17), it looks like hackers have gone for sooner. The iPhone Dev Team, a hacker group, will release a tool tomorrow (June 19) [...]

Review: OCZ Blade Triple Channel DDR3-16000 6GB Kit | Posted on: 18/06/2009 @ 10:20

Latency, baby. That's what gets you hot, isn't it? With the DDR3 arms race getting especially messy in terms of frighteningly high clock speeds at the moment, OCZ has turned to super-low latency. It's 6-6-6-24 on this sphincter-clenchingly expensive 6GB, 1,600MHz-rated triple channel kit, designed specifically to pair up with an i7 chip. But does that bump from the more prevelant 7s and 8s ...

ATI Catalyst 9.6 Vista Driver Analysis | Posted on: 18/06/2009 @ 9:20

Microsoft Bing Climbs The Ranks But Will It Last? | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 19:40

Having launched over two weeks ago, Microsoft Bing is still going strong and continues to grow in popularity. Probably largely thanks to the $100 million dollar Ad campaign that Microsoft has been focused on. From Internet to TV, from Social Networks to Magazines and Newspapers you've undoubtedly seen the Bing ads by now that have blanketed the nation. The millions of dollars being poured into ...

Official: iPhone 3.0 Release Time, Now! | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 18:20

As we anticipated the iPhone 3.0 OS upgrade has been officially released by Apple. Everyone, start your iTunes! However, be ready for a long wait as the Apple servers will be completely slammed with users attempting to upgrade to the new OS.You should also make sure that you are running the newly released iTunes 8.2 and have all of the existing carrier and iPhone updates applied.

iPhone 3.0 Release Time Delayed Until Thursday! | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 18:10

It's official, the iPhone 3.0 OS update has been delayed according to Apple. What originally was planned for a release this afternoon at 1PM EST, has been delayed until June 18th. Apple users will have to wait another full day to get the anticipated update.I think that since users got wind that the release would be around 1PM EST today, Apple has decided to delay the release due to potential load ...

CrossOver 8.0 Released; Helps Linux and Mac Run Windows Software | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 16:20

CodeWeavers have just released a new version of their CrossOver product. CrossOver allows you to install many popular Windows productivity applications, plugins and games in OS X or Linux. CrossOver 8.0 includes support for Internet Explorer 7, Quicken 2009, Photoshop CS2 and performance upgrades for Microsoft Office 2007, particularly Outlook.

iPhone 3.0 Release Time Here! | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 15:40

Standby iPhone users, the much anticipated OS 3.0 upgrade is arriving today between Noon and 2PM EST. You'll need to make sure your iPhone is connected to your PC and iTunes is up if you want to be one of the first to get the update!The Apple iPhone 3.0 OS upgrade will bring us features like Multiplayer, Push Notification, better battery indicator, Text Awareness, MMS, data tethering, copy and ...

Benchmarks Of Fedora 9 Through 11 | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 15:00

Last week we delivered benchmarks comparing the performance of Ubuntu 9.04 vs. Fedora 11 and found for the most part that these two incredibly popular Linux distributions had performed about the same, except for a few areas where there notable differences. However, like in the past when we have looked at Ubuntu 7.04 to 8.10 benchmarks or benchmarking the past five Linux kernels, we are now ...

Facebook Overtakes MySpace, MySpace Cuts Jobs | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 14:30

Facebook now leads the social networking arena, overcoming MySpace recently, and heavily outpacing Twitter. According to ComScore, Facebook had 70.28 million active users last month while MySpace had only 70.26 million. In addition to having more active users than MySpace, Facebook's user base more than doubled while MySpace lost users from a year ago. Facebook has been targeting a wider audience ...

Apple Confirms iPhone 3.0 Update Release Date: An Update!! | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 14:10

As an update to my post earlier on in the week, i thought i would update our readers on the current state of the iPhone 3.0 update as there has been a lot of questions and speculation about when different time zones will be able to get it. Apple India says the update will be [...]

Ghostbusters: The Videogame - PS3 | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 12:20

The Ghostbuster's crew are back to save New York City from its latest paranormal plague.

Tokyoflash NI wristwatch is confusing but oh so clever | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 12:10

Hey you! Yeah you! Still telling the time using boring old analogue? Unless you're rocking the steampunk trend you're now officially so out of date you're probably not able to read this on the Internet! Even digital is too passe for Tokyoflash- the NI you see here works through the ingenouis use of coloured lights to baffle yourself and your friends.

Review: Spore Comic Book Creator | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 11:00

How to describe Spore? It's a fun, easy-to-use 'God-sim' videogame that pushes the boundaries of its genre. What about Spore Comic Book Creator? It's a tortuous, counterintuitive mess that is utterly pedestrian in its approach and output! Comic Book Creator is developed by a different company to the one that created Spore, and boy, does it show. The idea is laudable, if a bit niche: if you love ...

Review: XtraLean Software ImageWell 3.7.1 | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 9:40

XtraLean's ImageWell is a nifty tool for making quick-fire edits and format changes to images, and then saving or uploading them to the web. On dragging an image into the well, you can switch its format, amend its name, adjust its size and add a text watermark. Options also exist for sending your screen (or a selection) to ImageWell. An Edit button expands the main window, giving access to ...

NZXT Beta | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 8:30

The NZXT Beta is an extremely affordable enclosure with a sub 50 US Dollar price tag. We take a close look at the case to see if any corners were cut to keep the price down or if NZXT managed to combine usabilty, a solid feature set with that low, low price tag. In other words: will it come across as cheap or affordable?

Burn After Reading HD Movie Review | Posted on: 17/06/2009 @ 6:50

Review: Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 17:10

When AMD rolled out its chips for the new AM3 CPU socket, we were baffled. AM3 dragged AMD into the DDR3 era. But with that in mind, why were the first AM3-compatible CPUs groveling models with cut-down caches, lower frequencies or fewer cores? Surely the new socket deserved a brand new processor to showcase its beefed up bandwidth and multi-core majesty? Finally that chip has arrived in ...

CodeWeavers Releases CrossOver 8.0 | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 15:40

CodeWeavers has announced the release this morning of CrossOver 8.0. This software, which is based upon Wine and allows users to run their favorite Windows applications on Mac OS X or Linux, features several prominent improvements in this major update...

Adobe To Charge Users For Acrobat.com Services | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 13:20

Adobe announced Monday that Acrobat.com has moved out of a beta and that they would begin charging for its online PDF reader software.Adobe will be charging users a subscription fee, starting at $14.99 a month for basic service, which would allow for web meetings with up to five participates and 10 uploaded documents that can be converted to a PDF per month.If you need for a larger capacity ...

Microsoft Sues Family In 'Click Fraud' | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 13:00

Microsoft has sued three people for allegedly clicking their own ads through Microsoft Ad Center for Publishers service. The fraudulent clicks allowed the three to make hundreds of thousands of dollars. The lawsuit was filed in Seattle's federal court and it named Eric Lam from Vancouver, BC, his brother Gordon Lam, and his mother Melanie Suen as the defendants. It also stated that the three had ...

Review: Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 12:31

When AMD rolled out its chips for the new AM3 CPU socket, we were baffled. AM3 dragged AMD into the DDR3 era. But with that in mind, why were the first AM3-compatible CPUs groveling models with cut-down caches, lower frequencies or fewer cores? Surely the new socket deserved a brand new processor to showcase its beefed up bandwidth and multi-core majesty? Finally that chip has arrived in ...

Antec P193 Review | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 12:20

Antec's update to the P190, the P193 addresses many of the problems of the original, as well as offering a few tweaks of its own. Whether you think its an unsightly eye sore or an innovative bit of eye candy, we find out if the P193 can keep up with the best of them.

The World’s First 128GB USB Flash Drive | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 12:00

I must admit I am a bit of a flash drive fan. I don't think you can have too many of them. I remember my first, a measly 64MB (that is megabytes not gigabytes). Flash drives have been growing in size and it was inevitable that a 128GB flash drive would arrive one day. Well, Kingston have done it. They have just announced the release of the DataTraveler® 200 (DT200), the world's first 128GB USB ...

Review: Amnesia 1.0.4 | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 11:40

Amnesia is essentially going head to head with the likes of AppCleaner, AppZapper and CleanApp, all of which claim to wipe every trace of unwanted applications off your disk. But its real rival is the Trash: most of us are more concerned about deleting the disk space hoggers rather than tracking down tiny ancillary files. Where complete eradication is an issue, however, Amnesia scans your disk ...

Audio-Technica ATH-AD700 | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 11:40

The Audio-Technica ATH-AD700s headphones surprise with their unusual appearance and performance. Outperforming most of the competitors in its price range these headphones are quite a treat to anyone looking for a set of $100 headphones.

Review: LogoDesign Studio Pro | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 10:50

The problem for many applications that claim to make something easy is that some things are just hard no matter how much you dress up the task. LogoDesign Studio Pro is one such application. The name gives away its primary function. With the advent of Web 2.0 it seems that a funky and modern company logo is almost as important as the product itself. LogoDesign Studio Pro is supposed to take the ...

Review: MacFreelance | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 10:40

MacFreelance is designed to integrate seamlessly with iCal and Address Book meaning that you can get up and running with your invoicing and keep track of when to expect payments quickly. MacFreelance manages everything in a single window giving you quick access to its features. Clients, projects, invoicing and expenses can be easily tracked. Each client or project can have individually tailored ...

Asahi robot brings you beer | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 10:10

It's Friday night, and you have just finished what seemed the worlds longest week at work. All you can think of now is that frosty beer waiting for you at your favourite, or closest, watering hole. You get to the bar only to discover the world and their wife are already there waving their notes at an overworked, underpaid barman.

The 5 best technology videos and virals | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 9:00

1. By far the best I’ve seen. The following video for Lenovo’s SMS Kill Switch sees a man calmly kill a mugger. Fantastic. 2. A new, inventive way to combat skin cancer brought to you by Casualty of Design. Scary if anyone’s gullible to believe it, but therein lies the message. 3. Okay, so it’s in German. [...]

Optimizing for Virtualization | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 7:50

Want to gain the upper hand on your colleagues by getting the very best performance out of ESX? AnandTech IT shares its best practices uncovered in the development of their vApus Mark I benchmark....

Prototype (PC) Review | Posted on: 16/06/2009 @ 0:40

Those nuts over at Activision have done it again. They have dropped another golden egg in our laps and that baby is hatching into what could be one of the biggest games of 2009. I was surprised and impressed with their latest masterpiece, so much so that I was willing to buy it the day it hit stores (which was on June 9th in case you're wondering). If you haven't unleashed your potential as an ...

Gigabyte GM-M8000 Mouse - A GHOST Story | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 23:10

We take a look at the top gaming mouse from Gigabyte and realize it might indeed be a real GHOST when it comes to gameplay. ...

The New MacBook Pro Part II: Lower Battery Life Under Vista & SATA Issues | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 20:11

We've got the first battery life results under Windows Vista and it still doesn't look good. The new MacBook Pro lasts 33% longer under OS X than under Vista. We also talk about the SATA issues on the new MacBook Pro....

Apple iPhone 3G S High Demand Expected At Launch | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 19:50

Apple began notifying customers today via email that their pre-ordered iPhone 3G S had shipped. The email notifying customers, also provided a tracking number so that they could track the package. The iPhone 3G S are shipping out of Shenezen, China and should make their way to most pre-order customers by Friday June 19th. The pre-orders for the Apple iPhone 3G S have been overwhelming according ...

Enlightenment E17 Snapshot Released | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 18:50

Gustavo Sverzut Barbieri, a member of the E17 development team, has written in to share that a new development snapshot of this lightweight desktop environment is now available. Gustavo also shares that they hope to have E17 released by the end of this year...

FCC: DTV Transition Went Very Well | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 18:20

The switch to full digital TV, or DTV, that took place this past Friday went very well and without any major problems according to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Over 900 full-power stations shutdown their analog broadcasts on Friday, making America officially an all digital TV broadcast nation for the first time ever. "In a broader sense, the transition is not over, even for those ...

Nintendo DSi Review | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 18:10

Our review of the new Nintendo DSi handheld gaming device. How is it compared to the original DS and the DS Lite Check it out.

Apple Confirms iPhone 3.0 Update Release Date | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 14:30

Apple have now confirmed that the release date for the new iPhone 3.0 operating system will be 17th June. The new update will be available to download and will be free to all iPhone users, however as revealed a while back, it will cost £5.99 in the UK and $9.99 in the US for iPod Touch [...]

Review: Carbonite | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 11:20

We like Time Machine, the friendly, zero-config backup system built into version 10.5 of the Mac operating system; it makes it easy to 'go back in time' and find an earlier version of a file, or rescue something that you've deleted. And we like options such as SuperDuper and CarbonCopyCloner, where you can copy your hard disk, system intact, to another that you can boot from if your main disk ...

Review: SpectorSoft Spector Pro | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 10:51

SpectorSoft's Spector Pro Mac 2009 records pretty much everything that a Mac user does, and hides this info in a secret place to be revealed only to you. It runs unobtrusively, with an icon in the menu bar reminding the user that it's watching, or in stealth mode. Among the data it records are snapshots of what's on-screen at designated intervals, the content of chat and IM sessions (though it ...

Review: Kedisoft MacSnapper 1.0.4 | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 10:20

For those who regularly need to create templated, screenshot-based manuals or tutorials for print, PDF or web distribution, MacSnapper can make the task fast and easy. If your ambitions are more complex, trying to force MacSnapper to do a job it wasn't designed for leads to frustration. Creating new sections and pages (Lessons and Sub Lessons in MacSnapper parlance), taking and placing ...

Review: Macally BookShell | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 10:00

With a product as beautiful as Apple's aluminium MacBook, you might wonder why you'd want to cover it with a velvet-lined, imitation-leather hard shell like the Macally BookShell. But what about situations where you might get it scratched? Or maybe you don't want to advertise the fact that you're using an expensive Apple laptop? Macally's BookShell is a quality piece of kit. It fits snugly, looks ...

ZaReason Ion Breeze 3770 | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 7:10

Last week we published an in-depth article looking at the NVIDIA ION Linux Performance using a nettop device that contained this chipset with GeForce 9400M graphics rather than the usual Intel 945 graphics. From video playback to 2D to 3D, the graphics performance with the NVIDIA ION was wonderful. For that testing, the nettop we were using came courtesy of ZaReason and it was their new Ion ...

Sharkoon Rush FireGlider Laser Gaming Mouse | Posted on: 15/06/2009 @ 5:30

BlackBerry Storm | Posted on: 14/06/2009 @ 22:54

First touch screen model of BlackBerry was eagerly awaited for years. Storm was announced as revolutionary device that will fuse business functionality, perfect screen and QWERTY touch screen keyboard. Also Storm was announced as “iPhone killer” that is slightly pricier but worth every penny. Was all this hype around Storm worth it, or not?

Phoronix Test Suite 2.0 Enters Beta | Posted on: 14/06/2009 @ 22:00

The first beta release of Phoronix Test Suite 2.0 "Sandtorg" has been made available by Phoronix Media. Phoronix Test Suite 2.0 introduces an official GTK2 user-interface, over 100 test profiles, many new test suites, and a variety of new features...

OCZ Blade Series Triple Channel 3x2GB CL7.0-DDR3-2000Mhz | Posted on: 14/06/2009 @ 12:40

Das OCZ Blade Triple Channel Kit CL7.0 verkörpert das zur Zeit schnellste, käufliche Speicher-Kit dar, das auf dem Markt verfügbar ist.Der Speicher wird mit 2'000 MHz getaktet und bei 1.65 Volt mit 7-8-7-20 T1 Timings betrieben.Dieses High-End Kit setzt sich aus drei Modulen zusammen, die je 2 GByte fassen und über einen hochwertigen Aluminium Ramkühler verfügen. Die Höhe des ...

Review: Elgato Turbo.264 HD | Posted on: 14/06/2009 @ 10:40

Elgato's original Turbo.264 impressed everyone. Like this new model, it was a small USB dongle containing a dedicated co-processor for encoding video into the H.264 format that has become the standard for iPods, the Apple TV, Blu-ray, and modern, flash storage-based DV cameras. It only did standard-definition, however, and in the couple of years since its launch, high-definition (HD) has become ...

InFamous Review (PS3) | Posted on: 14/06/2009 @ 8:10

For a bike messenger named Cole, his day and life are about to be turned upside down thanks to a mysterious package he is assigned to deliver. The package turns out to be a bomb of incredible power which turns Cole’s home of Empire City into utter destruction and chaos. In the new game InFamous, Sucker Punch Productions and Sony have crafted a slick and utterly compelling action ...

Punch-Out for Wii Review | Posted on: 14/06/2009 @ 0:30

With a 15 year long absence from Nintendo’s consoles, many gamers completely wrote Punch Out!! off as an oldschool game. The series was a hit during the NES era remembered by virtually any owner, spawned a well received sequel during the SNES era --- then it just disappeared. It missed out on the N64’s time in homes, and also called in sick for Gamecube duty. Thankfully, with ...

Imak Mouse Cushion - Stop Wrist Pain From PC Use! | Posted on: 13/06/2009 @ 12:30

Designed by an orthopedic surgeon, ergoBeads provide optimal ergonomic comfort at the computer. The unique design works with any mouse while completely supporting your wrist in an ergonomically correct position. Read on to see how the Imak Mouse Cushion does in the real world!

Heinz meanz USB cooked beanz | Posted on: 13/06/2009 @ 12:10

Heinz have just unveiled details of a portbable USB powered microwave, a gadget for those office workers who often find themselves grabbing dinner at the desk and which I'm sure you'll agree would be easy to explain away to your boss (or bozz if we follow the Heinz spelling style).

Twilight HD Movie Review | Posted on: 13/06/2009 @ 6:20

Ghostbusters: The Video Game: The Review | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 20:50

With the film scheduled for 2012 Atari has given fans a treat to tide them over with the release of Ghostbusters the Video Game. The game is set two years after the second film and features the voices of Bill Murray, Harold Ramis, Dan Aykroyd, Annie Potts, Ernie Hudson, Alyssa Milano, and Brian Doyle Murray. Players are cast as a new recruit who is along to help the guys and test new ...

Apple's 2009 MacBook Pro: Battery Life to Die For | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 17:30

Apple's latest MacBook Pro breaks 8 hours in one of our battery life tests. The new MacBook Pro is the best Apple notebook I've ever tested....

Microsoft’s Windows 7 ditches IE for EU launch | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 16:30

Well the results aren't yet in, but according to a statement over at the Telegraph, Microsoft has decided to remove Internet Explorer from Windows 7 for it's European launch.

Apple Safari 4 Browser Hits 11 Million Downloads | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 15:50

Last Friday Apple announced it's newest browser, Safari 4 for Mac OS X and Windows, and to date it has been downloaded more than 11 million times.The Safari 4 Beta was released earlier this year and was taunted as being three times faster than Firefox. Safari 4 is the first browser to pass the Web Standards Projects Acid3 test, which examines how well a browser adheres to CSS, JavaScript, XML and ...

Review: Sony Ericsson W995 | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 15:20

The Sony Ericsson W-for-Walkman range has a new member that is being hailed as the mother of all W-Series phones. On the surface, it pack a feature punch with a high-end camera, loads of music options and Sony Ericsson have even provided a standard 3.5mm jack so you can use any headphones to listen to Madonna. But does all of this convergence work in this petite package? Let's find out.

Zalman CNPS10X Extreme | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 15:00

Toulouse, on the 10th of June, 2009 – Zalman breaks with the tradition and proceeds with a radical change inthe design of its new CPU cooler. The CNPS10X Extreme is a perfect association between innovation, performance and design. CNPS10X Extreme Revolution, innovation, performance and design are the key words that best define the CNPS10X Extreme! Breaking the ...

Facebook Vanity URLs Coming | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 13:50

For the first time in the history of Facebook, the company will begin offering 'vanity URLs' with its free service to users which replaces the random digit codes. The new vanity urls are on the first come first serve basis for the 225 million users.One of the main reasons for the new vanity URLs is so that users can more easily find you. With your full name in the URL, search engines are more ...

Analog TV Broadcasts End Today For Digital-TV Switch | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 13:10

Beginning this morning, broadcasters across the U.S. will begin cutting the analog signals being broadcast to viewers which will end 60 years of analog TV broadcasting and leaving more than a million homes without TV according to statistics. The FCC performed a soft test in May which showed millions are still unprepared for the switch. At the time, nearly 3.3 million households were still not ...

Sapphire HD 4890 Toxic / Vapor-X | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 13:00

Sapphire's HD 4890 Toxic uses their exclusive Vapor-X cooling technology. This results in a card that delivers considerably more performance than the HD 4890 reference, yet does so without any excess noise. Actually the Sapphire HD 4890 Toxic is the quietest HD 4890 we ever had in our hands.

ARCHOS Show Off 9 Inch Tablet PC; Includes TV Tuner. | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 12:30

ARCHOS held a special event this week and announced a whole range of different mini PCs and netbooks. The leading product of the announcement (which also included a netbook and a laptop) was the ARCHOS 9 PC Tablet. This touch screen device doesn't have a physical keyboard but the software provides a virtual keyboard which you use with your fingers directly on the screen. The ARCHOS 9 also ...

Review: Sony HTP-BD3IS | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 12:20

Things are looking up for the all-in-one market, with Blu-ray providing an injection of desirability (and price). There's a fair number to choose from, including Sony's HTP-BD3IS tested here; and I suspect the market will grow as the economic pinch means people eschew the pricier separates option.Saying that, the BD3IS is actually a bundle of two existing Sony products. The BDP-S350 can now be ...

Review: Solwise Piggy6 | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 11:20

The Piggy6 may not be the prettiest product we've seen, but this multi-sided slab of plastic is a useful device for anyone that wants to set up a small network at home or in their office. At first glance, it looks like a six-plug mains power strip – albeit a hexagonal one. The neat part, though, is that the Piggy6 also works as a HomePlug networking device that allows you to set up a ...

Review: NewerTech Voyager Q | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 10:50

Newer Technology's Voyager Q hard drive docking station is the easy way to mount a bare hard disk without physically installing it in your computer or caddy. It's compatible with all SATA 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drives, and boasts a wide range of connection interfaces, with USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800 and eSATA ports on offer. This means you can use the fastest data transfer connection ...

Samsung Tocco Lite: Pink is the New Black | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 7:40

There’s quite a lot of grey and black plastic floating around in the mobile phone market which, let’s face it, isn’t so appealling when you’re a teenager trying to assert your individuality amongst all of hand-me-down-old-office mobiles at school. This is why Samsung has released the Tocco Lite in a fetching shade of pink, that is [...]

Ubuntu 9.10 Alpha 2 Released | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 2:10

Ubuntu 9.10 "Karmic Koala" Alpha 2 is now available. This second testing release for the forthcoming Ubuntu 9.10 doesn't bring too much in the way of exciting features or major changes since the release of Alpha 1...

RandR 1.4 & Per-Output DPMS Controls | Posted on: 12/06/2009 @ 1:10

Adam Jackson, a well known X.Org developer at Red Hat, has proposed adding per-output DPMS controls to the Resize and Rotate extension, which would ultimately go on to be part of RandR 1.4. Adam has proposed a patch on the X.Org development list to add per-output DPMS support to the RandR protocol...

Palm Appoints Jon Rubinstein CEO | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 19:20

Palm Inc. today announced Jon Rubinstein, a former Apple Inc. executive, as the new CEO for the company. After the closing Bell on Wednesday, the former CEO Ed Colligan stepped down from the top spot in the company.Rubinstein worked in Apple's iPod division as a senior vice president and left his position in April of 2006. Rubinstein then joined Palm and became an executive chairman of the board ...

Free flights with Dell Inspiron or Studio 15 | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 17:20

The kind folks at Dell are offering free return flights to the US or Europe for punters willing to pony up the requisite cash for an Inspiron 15 or Studio 15 laptop, now isn't that generous...

Ubuntu 9.04 vs. Fedora 11 Performance | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 16:20

Fedora 11 was released earlier this week so we have set out to see how its desktop performance compares to that of Ubuntu 9.04, which was released back in April. Using the Phoronix Test Suite we compared these two leading Linux distributions in tasks like code compilation, Apache web server performance, audio/video encoding, multi-processing, ray-tracing, computational biology, various disk ...

Samsung Releases Low End Phone With Solar Panel For Recharging | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 15:10

Samsung has unveiled a new mobile phone that can be charged by the power of the sun. The Samsung E1107 looks like a normal mobile phone but when you flip it on its back it has a solar panel.

WordPress 2.8 Version Download Released | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 14:00

WordPress 2.8 has officially been released and contains the latest and greatest features. Codenamed "Baker" is immediately available for download. Word Press version 2.8 contains improvements to themes, widgets, taxonomies, and overall speed.The Word Press development team has smashed over 790 bugs in this release since the last version, which is pretty amazing.Major improvements include the way ...

Nokia Develops Phones That Charge Themselves | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 14:00

One of my biggest hates in life is the dreadded “low battery” on any device- especially my mobile when I want to text my mate to tell them about something embarrassing that’s just happened to me. Luckily for me (or unluckily for my pride) Nokia have developed a prototype phone that can be charged from [...]

Native Multi-Touch Support On Linux | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 13:30

Mohamed-Ikbel Boulabiar has written in to report that he and his team at the Interactive Computing Lab in ENAC, Toulouse have been successful in bringing native multi-touch support to Linux. While there is Multi-Pointer X in the mainlinue X.Org server (to be released with X.Org 7.5 / X Server 1.7), there is now multi-touch support to be able to handle gestures and other actions. This multi-touch ...

Eye-Fi Pro 4GB Wireless SDHC Memory Card Supports RAW | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 13:10

Eye-Fi announced today a new wireless SDHC memory card for digital cameras that allows you to automatically upload images straight from their camera wirelessly to their computer and the Web. The new Eye-Fi Pro includes support for RAW image format and peer-to-peer connectivity for a direct connection between the camera and a computer (adhoc) which requires no router or Internet connection. Eye-Fi ...

Robochef | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 12:10

From Japanese food machinery maker Baba Tekkosho Co comes another glimpse into the future with their creation of this new bionic arm. It was unveiled on Tuesday at The International Food Machinery and Technology Exhibition in Tokyo, Japan.

New Windows 7 Free Trial (Until June 2010) | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 11:50

Due to mixed emotions in regards to Windows Vista and the mass amount of discussions on the internet about bugs and problems with the operating system, people have been forced to stick with Windows XP and it’s mass array of service packs. I personally haven’t experienced many problems with Windows Vista and have been running it [...]

ATI Catalyst 9.5 WHQL drivers released early! | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 11:50

The new ATI Catalyst 9.5 drivers are not officially scheduled for release until today (Tuesday 19th May 2009) but the guys over at Guru3D have had the drivers available for download since Sunday. These new drivers were originally delayed until Monday 18th May  2009, but a post on the AMD forums from an AMD forum moderator [...]

Logitech G15 V2 Keyboard | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 11:50

Introduction The original Logitech G15 keyboard was a revolutionary product for Logitech as it incorporated an LCD screen, USB hub and a backlight set of keys. The version 2 includes these great features too, as well as some minor changes which we will look at in this review. About Logitech Focused on innovation and quality, Logitech designs personal [...]

VIZO Propeller Dual Fan Card | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 11:50

Introduction Vizo may not be a name that you’ve heard a lot about but they have a lot of good media coverage. They offer a variety of products ranging from portable media solutions and cooling devices. Today we are looking at the Propeller Dual Fan Card. About Vizo VIZO Technology Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and [...]

Belkin Wireless G+ USB Adapter | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 11:50

Introduction Belkin has been an industry leading manufacturer of networking solutions since a long time ago. They have gone from strength to strength in providing you (the consumer) with the latest break-through technology in the networking world, and always at a competitive price. With stiff competition from the likes of Netgear, Linksys and D-Link. Can Belkin [...]

eTeknix Gaming | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 11:50

eTeknix Gaming, now what on earth could that be? Due to the sucess of eTeknix and the need for something a bit more game related, eTeknix Gaming was born. Many changes have happened at eTeknix as of late including something quite big when it comes to Gaming. In association with the gaming clan Malicious Insurgent Army aka [...]

Windows 7 Release Date | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 11:50

Windows 7’s release date has now been set for 22nd October 2009. This will be the first day that customers will be able to buy the new operating system from Microsoft. The beta of Windows 7 was released in February 2009, followed by the recent release of the Windows 7 Release Candidate, which was released in [...]

Review: Russ Andrews Crystal Cu | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 10:00

Russ Andrews is the long-time distributor of well-known company Kimber Cable, but this RA-branded model is, in a sense, a variation on a Kimber theme, using as it does Kimber conductors. In fact, it is apparently a Kimber Timbre interconnect with the addition of a fourth conductor (Timbre has two on one leg and one on the other) to make it symmetrical. It is available for rather less money with ...

AVIVO Video Converter Redux and ATI Stream Quick Look | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 5:10

AMD released a new version of the AVIVO Video Converter and has support for GPU acceleration of Cyberlink's transcoder. Let's take a look at what we get....

E3 Expo 2009: Aliens vs Predator, Sony PSP Go, Silent Hill, Madden NFL 10 | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 4:40

Digital Designs DXB-01 Earbuds Review | Posted on: 11/06/2009 @ 3:30

Digital Designs has tried to differentiate its DXB-01 earbuds model by placing an emphasis on high-quality sound at an internet direct value price of $59 USD, with a key feature of DIY customizable sound using tunable bass response settings. This is the first set of earbuds on the market which offers such a feature. How do they sound? Tune in today to hear our take on the DXB-01s.

Microsoft Bing Rising The Ranks, Google Not Worried! | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 15:40

During an interview yesterday with Fox Business Network, Google's CEO Eric Schmidt said he wasn't concerned with Microsoft's latest attempt at taking over some of the search engine market from Google and Yahoo."It's not the first entry for Microsoft. They do this about once a year," said Schmidt commenting about Microsoft's attempt to re-enter the search engine arena with something new and ...

TTM Memory Manager Gets Ready For Release | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 15:30

With the release of the Linux 2.6.30 kernel, the merge window for new features to enter the next Linux 2.6.31 development cycle is about to open. There's been much speculation whether TTM and Radeon kernel mode-setting would enter this next mainline kernel release or if it would be dragged on for another three months, but it looks like TTM at least is getting very close to entering the mainline ...

Linux Fedora 11 Officially Released | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 14:50

Fedora 11 has officially been released which integrates all of the latest and greatest free and open source software. You can find a full list of changes at FedoraProject.org.Below are some of the major changes in Fedora 11:Automatic font and mime-type installation - PackageKit was introduced in Fedora 9 as a cross-distro software management application for users. The capabilities it offers ...

KDE 4.3 Beta 2 Released, More K Improvements | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 13:20

The KDE crew has shipped the second beta release of the forthcoming KDE 4.3 desktop environment. As described in the release announcement, "KDE 4.3 focuses on polishing and completing the user experience by providing a modern and beautiful Free working environment." Some of the KDE 4.3 highlights include PolicyKit integration, Geolocation services support, new window animation effects, ...

Linux 2.6.30 Kernel Released | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 13:10

Just as planned, Linus Torvalds has released the Linux 2.6.30 kernel. Linux 2.6.30 introduces the NILFS2 file-system, new and updated drivers, support for the Microblaze CPU architecture, and many other changes...

Review: Macally HiFiTune | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 11:10

The Macally HiFiTune may not be the prettiest earphones, but slip them in and put on your favourite song, and you'll soon forget the aesthetics. The deep bass that is combined with reasonable treble tones make it feel as though you are using a pair of over-ear cups. It's a shame then, that the HiFiTune's main purpose – as a headset for the iPhone – is let down by its mediocre call ...

TomTom Comes to the iPhone | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 8:31

One the opening day of Apple's World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC) there was a great announcement from TomTom, the in-car GPS navigation company. The TomTom software is coming to the iPhone! Peter-Frans Pauwels, TomTom’s co-founder, demonstrated TomTom’s iPhone navigation software during the keynote presentation.

AKAI ATT023U USB Turntable | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 8:20

The iPhone 3GS Hardware Exposed & Analyzed | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 5:50

Two days ago Apple announced the iPhone 3GS. Today we talk about the hardware that makes it the fastest iPhone (and possibly smartphone) ever....

Rock Band Unplugged Review | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 1:40

So Harmonix, MTV Games, EA, and Backbone got together to create a game for those who didn't want to flick their screen with a stylus and finger an attachable keypad. I have a few things to say about the lack of attachments on PSPs, but I'll come back to that later. So out comes what could be the coolest PSP port since God Of War. Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you RockBand Unplugged. And let me ...

GIGABYTE GM-M8000 High-Performance Laser Gaming Mouse Review | Posted on: 10/06/2009 @ 0:40

Palm Pre Victory Could Be Over Thanks To New iPhone | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 19:20

The Palm Pre is here, but so is the $99 3G Apple iPhone. Any victory in the smartphone market by the Palm Pre over the weekend will definitely be short-lived thanks to Apple. Mobile phone market analysts predicted that between 50,000 - 100,000 Palm Pre's were sold over the weekend but can record breaking sales last?

Facebook Connect Gadget: Access Status Updates Straight From Google | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 17:40

Everyone is in on Facebook and Google Mail, so why not combine the two and save hassling around between tabs in your browser all afternoon? iGoogle has released a new Facebook Connect Gadget, allowing you to keep track of your Facebook news feed from your iGoogle home page. You can even update your status from here [...]

Fedora 11 Released | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 15:50

After getting hit by a two last minute delays, the final release of Fedora 11 (codenamed Leonidas) is now available. Red Hat's Paul Frields who leads the Fedora Project has announced its release in the usual creative release announcement. The Fedora 11 release notes are available at FedoraProject.org...

PS3 price-cut coming in August | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 15:00

Whilst there was a whole bunch of excitement going down at E3, one of the things we'd hoped to hear from Sony was that it would be bringing the PS3 in at a lower-price point to encourage new uptake. Unfortunately our hopes seem to have been dashed against the cruel rocks of reality, but all may not be lost....

Apple Safari 4 Download Released | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 14:30

Apple has released it's latest web browser, Safari 4 and Apple claims it's the world's fastest and most innovative web browser. Safari 4 features the Nitro engine which runs JavaScript up to 4.5 times faster than Safari 3 did. It also supports HTML 5 and more advanced CSS features. It comes with additional features like Top Sites, Full History Search, and Cover Flow.The Safari 4 Beta back in ...

WWDC 2009: The Keynote Round Up! | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 14:10

Ok, so the WWDC (Worldwide developers conference) has started and in my opinion, the opening Keynote from the Apple developers is the most important thing of the event, as Apple announce their plans for the coming year and also go over a few things that are set to be hot topics! Apple Showed off three new [...]

Apple Launches iPhone 3G S The Next Generation iPhone | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 13:40

Apple announced at its annual World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) yesterday its latest iPhone, the Apple iPhone 3GS (with the 'S' standing for speed). The iPhone 3GS is the phone that we have all been hearing about lately, sometimes dubbed the 'third generation iphone', it's built for power and speed according to Apple.The iPhone 3G S boasts a 3-megapixel digital camera with a "tap to focus" ...

Review: Genius Traveler 900 | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 12:20

The Genius Traveler 900 2.4GHz notebook optical mouse is perfect for small hands or those who like to use a mouse with their fingertips. Its USB wireless receiver is also small, so you can leave it in your laptop. Alternatively, there's a space for it inside the mouse. But the best thing about the Traveler 900 is its set of scrolling features. There's a couple of 'turbo scrolling' buttons that ...

DX Skullcandy/ Ionized Snow Goggles with matching headphones- cos it’s cold again… | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 12:10

If you're of the sporty types who prefers snow to sun chances are you're spending the summer en piste. This is that gadget for you then- snow goggles and headphones in one!

Review: Black Rhodium Polar Illusion | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 11:10

Black Rhodium has embraced the Deep Cryogenic Treatment of cables whole heartedly and the Polar Illusion Cables products all feature it. The basic idea is to cool the conductor materials to very low temperatures – Black Rhodium quotes -196 celsius – so as to improve the crystalline structure of the metal. This is not wishful thinking: super-cooling is an established method in ...

E3 Expo 2009: Cool New Games for the Nintendo Wii | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 9:50

AKAI ATT023U Professional USB Turntable | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 5:10

VIZO Propeller Dual Fan Card | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:40

Introduction Vizo may not be a name that you’ve heard a lot about but they have a lot of good media coverage. They offer a variety of products ranging from portable media solutions and cooling devices. Today we are looking at the Propeller Dual Fan Card. About Vizo VIZO Technology Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and [...]

E3 Expo 2009: The Great Video Game Accessory Round Up | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

Explaining Ubuntu's 10 Second Boot Time | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

We shared two weeks ago that Plymouth would not be making its way to Ubuntu with the next 9.10 release as was once planned. Instead Canonical is putting their focus on improving the boot time so that there is less rationale for spending time on making a fashionable boot experience...

New Windows 7 Free Trial (Until June 2010) | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

Due to mixed emotions in regards to Windows Vista and the mass amount of discussions on the internet about bugs and problems with the operating system, people have been forced to stick with Windows XP and it’s mass array of service packs. I personally haven’t experienced many problems with Windows Vista and have been running it [...]

ATI Catalyst 9.5 WHQL drivers released early! | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

The new ATI Catalyst 9.5 drivers are not officially scheduled for release until today (Tuesday 19th May 2009) but the guys over at Guru3D have had the drivers available for download since Sunday. These new drivers were originally delayed until Monday 18th May  2009, but a post on the AMD forums from an AMD forum moderator [...]

Logitech G15 V2 Keyboard | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

Introduction The original Logitech G15 keyboard was a revolutionary product for Logitech as it incorporated an LCD screen, USB hub and a backlight set of keys. The version 2 includes these great features too, as well as some minor changes which we will look at in this review. About Logitech Focused on innovation and quality, Logitech designs personal [...]

VIZO Propeller | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

Introduction Vizo may not be a name that you’ve heard a lot about but they have a lot of good media coverage. They offer a variety of products ranging from portable media solutions and cooling devices. Today we are looking at the Propeller Dual Fan Card. About Vizo VIZO Technology Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and [...]

Belkin Wireless G+ USB Adapter | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

Introduction Belkin has been an industry leading manufacturer of networking solutions since a long time ago. They have gone from strength to strength in providing you (the consumer) with the latest break-through technology in the networking world, and always at a competitive price. With stiff competition from the likes of Netgear, Linksys and D-Link. Can Belkin [...]

eTeknix Gaming | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

eTeknix Gaming, now what on earth could that be? Due to the sucess of eTeknix and the need for something a bit more game related, eTeknix Gaming was born. Many changes have happened at eTeknix as of late including something quite big when it comes to Gaming. In association with the gaming clan Malicious Insurgent Army aka [...]

Windows 7 Release Date | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 1:10

Windows 7’s release date has now been set for 22nd October 2009. This will be the first day that customers will be able to buy the new operating system from Microsoft. The beta of Windows 7 was released in February 2009, followed by the recent release of the Windows 7 Release Candidate, which was released in [...]

GRUB2 To Be Used By Default In Ubuntu 9.10 | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

Starting with Ubuntu 9.10 (and beginning with tomorrow's daily CD builds), GRUB2 will be the default boot-loader on new Ubuntu installations. GRUB2 will bring internationalization support, support for newer systems, and many other improvements considering this GNU boot-loader has been in development for a number of years. This change was announced today on the Ubuntu development list after ...

New Windows 7 Free Trial (Until June 2010) | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

Due to mixed emotions in regards to Windows Vista and the mass amount of discussions on the internet about bugs and problems with the operating system, people have been forced to stick with Windows XP and it’s mass array of service packs. I personally haven’t experienced many problems with Windows Vista and have been running it [...]

ATI Catalyst 9.5 WHQL drivers released early! | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

The new ATI Catalyst 9.5 drivers are not officially scheduled for release until today (Tuesday 19th May 2009) but the guys over at Guru3D have had the drivers available for download since Sunday. These new drivers were originally delayed until Monday 18th May  2009, but a post on the AMD forums from an AMD forum moderator [...]

Logitech G15 V2 Keyboard | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

Introduction The original Logitech G15 keyboard was a revolutionary product for Logitech as it incorporated an LCD screen, USB hub and a backlight set of keys. The version 2 includes these great features too, as well as some minor changes which we will look at in this review. About Logitech Focused on innovation and quality, Logitech designs personal [...]

VIZO Propeller | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

Introduction Vizo may not be a name that you’ve heard a lot about but they have a lot of good media coverage. They offer a variety of products ranging from portable media solutions and cooling devices. Today we are looking at the Propeller Dual Fan Card. About Vizo VIZO Technology Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and [...]

Belkin Wireless G+ USB Adapter | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

Introduction Belkin has been an industry leading manufacturer of networking solutions since a long time ago. They have gone from strength to strength in providing you (the consumer) with the latest break-through technology in the networking world, and always at a competitive price. With stiff competition from the likes of Netgear, Linksys and D-Link. Can Belkin [...]

eTeknix Gaming | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

eTeknix Gaming, now what on earth could that be? Due to the sucess of eTeknix and the need for something a bit more game related, eTeknix Gaming was born. Many changes have happened at eTeknix as of late including something quite big when it comes to Gaming. In association with the gaming clan Malicious Insurgent Army aka [...]

Windows 7 Release Date | Posted on: 09/06/2009 @ 0:50

Windows 7’s release date has now been set for 22nd October 2009. This will be the first day that customers will be able to buy the new operating system from Microsoft. The beta of Windows 7 was released in February 2009, followed by the recent release of the Windows 7 Release Candidate, which was released in [...]

Piracy as Free Advertising | Posted on: 08/06/2009 @ 17:30

Hugh Jackman, producer and star of X-Men, said he was “disappointed” when an early version of his movie was prematurely set free on the Internet. Wolverine on the other hand was P***ed !!!! Oh yeah…so was News Corp’s Rupert Murdock. The incident helped Hollywood strengthen their case that piracy is robbing them of revenues and hurting everyone…including ...

Testing Out ATI Kernel Mode-Setting On Ubuntu | Posted on: 08/06/2009 @ 15:50

Kernel mode-setting for Intel graphics hardware can already be found in the mainline Linux kernel and will be included by default in the release of Ubuntu 9.10 later this year. While Intel's kernel mode-setting support has been maturing in a steadfast manner, this support has not been moving along quite as fast for ATI and NVIDIA hardware. It is possible we will see ATI/AMD kernel mode-setting ...

End of an era as one of UK’s oldest tech magazines closes | Posted on: 08/06/2009 @ 14:40

  Personal Computer World, owned by Incisive media, is to close putting twelve jobs in the firing line. In a time when it is not unusual to hear of hundreds and thousands of jobs being cut at factories, twelve seems almost like a joke, but, looking at the print industry on a larger scale, that’s another 12 [...]

ViewSonic VPC100 All-in-One PC Now Available in the the UK | Posted on: 08/06/2009 @ 11:10

Back in January ViewSonic announced the first model in its new computing line, the VPC100 All-in-One PC. The VPC100 is designed for those who want a PC based multimedia center in their living room. It is just 35mm thick can plays your movies (including DVD, DivX and MP4), has a webcam and best of all it is now available in the UK.

E3 Expo 2009: Tritton Technologies, Alienware, NEC and Turtle Beach | Posted on: 08/06/2009 @ 3:10

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Fujitsu HandyDrive (400GB) | Posted on: 07/06/2009 @ 17:50

Hard drive space has become a crucial asset to today's computers and you can never have too much of it. If you are looking to quickly and easily add some sizeable hard drive capacity to your computer without having to open the case and get your hands dirty, the Fujitsu HandyDrive is perfect for you. It adds 400GB of hard drive space and comes with some additional helpful software as well.

Review: JVC LT-32DR1BJ | Posted on: 07/06/2009 @ 14:00

Compared to some TVs around, JVC's LT-32DR1BJ is a little on the bland side. Connectivity is solid enough, though. A USB is on hand, for instance, to play back MP3 music files and display JPEG digital stills. Plus there's a healthy trio of HDMIs and a D-Sub PC port – something conspicuously absent from a few recent JVC LCDs. Heading into the 32DR1BJ's unremittingly bland menus reveals that ...

Windows 7 Release Date | Posted on: 07/06/2009 @ 3:10

Windows 7’s release date has now been set for 22nd October 2009. This will be the first day that customers will be able to buy the new operating system from Microsoft. The beta of Windows 7 was released in February 2009, followed by the recent release of the Windows 7 Release Candidate, which was released in [...]

Writing At Length About X Input 2.0 | Posted on: 07/06/2009 @ 1:20

X Input 2 was finally merged into the X Server this past week that brought a much needed update to this input device extension for X.Org. Most prominently, X Input 2 can handle Multi-Pointer X much better. For those interested in more details surrounding the X Input 2.0 extension, Peter Hutterer has written at length about this input extension update...

Palm Pre Launch Lacks Wow Factor and Customers | Posted on: 06/06/2009 @ 14:50

The Palm Pre mobile smartphone went on sale today for the first time across the nation at Sprint Stores, Best Buy, and RadioShack. The one thing missing from the launch? Campers. The Palm Pre launch lacked people camping and waiting early in lines to be one of the first to snag a Palm Pre, even after the company announced shortages.With the lack of early birds, it looks like the launch is off to ...

eTeknix Gaming | Posted on: 06/06/2009 @ 12:40

eTeknix Gaming, now what on earth could that be? Due to the sucess of eTeknix and the need for something a bit more game related, eTeknix Gaming was born. Many changes have happened at eTeknix as of late including something quite big when it comes to Gaming. A clan that involved Anledai (One of the site’s admins) [...]

Review: Philips 32PFL9613 | Posted on: 06/06/2009 @ 11:20

A well-specified contender, Philips' 32PFL9613 has got the price tag to match, but unlike some premium wannabes, this one is worth every penny. The love affair begins as soon as you look at the set: that slender, gloss black screen surround, offset by a transparent fin that curves forward around its outer edge, it really is gorgeous. Its aesthetic appeal is further enhanced by Philips' Ambilight ...

E3 Expo 2009: Bioshock 2, CrimeCraft, Rogue Warrior and Modern Warfare 2 | Posted on: 06/06/2009 @ 8:30

Mesa 7.5 RC3 Brings Build, Bug Fixes | Posted on: 06/06/2009 @ 1:20

Mesa 7.5 with its Gallium3D love is nearing. In time for some weekend testing, Brian Paul has announced the release of Mesa 7.5 Release Candidate 3...

StormOS Enters Beta | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 23:10

A beta version of StormOS has emerged, which is a desktop distribution that is based upon the Nexenta Core Platform that in turn is derived from OpenSolaris but with an Ubuntu user-land. The StormOS project emerged out of the an OpenSolaris user being dissatisfied with the slow pace of OpenSolaris on netbooks and preferring the APT packaging system to Sun's Image Packaging System. The beta ...

Wine 1.1.23 Released With Various Fixes | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 19:20

A new bi-weekly development update of Wine is now available. The release of Wine 1.1.23 is not as exciting as some of the other development updates recently that have brought cleaner Direct3D code, initial Shader Model 4.0 support, and other exciting enhancements, but there are a few changes the developers list as important for version 1.1.23. The key changes in Wine 1.1.23 is support for ...

E3 Expo 2009: Wicked Rhythm Game Roundup | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 18:30

WWDC 2009 - Not Far Away! | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 16:50

So the WWDC is not far away now, in fact today is the last working day beforehand as the WWDC takes place on Monday at 10.00am pacific time. So i thought i would do a short post on some of the circulating rumors, just to make it a little more interesting for our readers because on [...]

Chieftec Dragon CH-07B-R | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 16:00

The Chieftec CH-07B is the newest line-up to the Dragon Series and is aimed at the gamers out there. It can be had in black or red and comes stuffed to the rim with LED equipped fans to keep your hardware cool within the extremly sturdy steel enclosure during those hot fire fights.

2009 E3 Expo - Final Day's Coverage | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 15:30

We wrap up our coverage of the 2009 E3 Expo with a look at some of the titles for your console and PC that we think will be the "sleepers" of 2009/2010. Most of these products will not be available until later this year or early 2010, but many of the developers and designers were willing to let us take some pictures and film their product to bring it to you, our faithful readers!

Steve Jobs To Unveil Next Generation iPhone at WWDC 2009? | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 13:20

Apple's CEO Steve Jobs could make a surprise return to work next week at the WWDC where additional rumors say the third generation Apple iPhone may be released. The Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC 2009) provides developers and IT professional with technical information and hands-on learning about the new technologies in the iPhone OS and Mac OSX from the engineers at Apple who created ...

Sony PS3 takes games controllers to next level | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 12:40

Since it launched in 200X, the Wii has perhaps been the forefront of gamers minds in terms of its intuitive controllers. Sony PS3 are looking to snatch this crown with the release of its new Motion Controllers. The BBC showcased this video showing the controllers in action. Like the Wii, a sensor in the top of the [...]

Sony fights of Microsoft and Nintendo for most popular brand amongst teens | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 12:40

A new report has revealed that the Big S is winning the battle for the hearts and minds of teen gamers ahead of Microsoft and Nintendo..

Don’t get mad, get infamous | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 12:30

Anyone who has tried, or watched a Marvel movie, knows it’s not easy to be a hero. Spiderman’s social life takes a dive every time he dons the mask, The Fantastic Four are freaks, even in DC world, Batman is an outcast. Finally, a videogame comes along that shows just how difficult it is to [...]

Rip Ride Rockit Rollercoaster- the most high tech rollercoaster you’ll see this year | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 12:10

The Rip Ride Rockit. Choose your own theme music; block out the sounds around you for a highly individual experience; and walk away at the end with your very own music video. Wait- Am I really talking about a rollercoaster?! Read on to find out...

Orange £5 monthly mobile contract launched | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 11:00

Pay-As-You-Go has always been the cheap way to monitor your monthly phone expenditure, but you don’t often get many decent deals like free minutes with your £20 of top-up. On the flip side, you may not want to commit to a monthly phone contract for fear of getting into a long-term relationship that you know [...]

Belkin Wireless G+ USB Adapter | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 10:30

Introduction Belkin has been an industry leading manufacturer of networking solutions since a long time ago. They have gone from strength to strength in providing you (the consumer) with the latest break-through technology in the networking world, and always at a competitive price. About Belkin Belkin International, Inc. offers an extensive range of innovations designed to give computer [...]

E3 Expo 2009: Left 4 Dead 2 Brings More Zombie Splattering Fun | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 10:10

Happy 5th Birthday, Phoronix! | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 6:20

It was five years ago today, on the 5th of June 2004, that Phoronix.com launched. It was also one year ago to the day that Phoronix Test Suite 1.0 was released. Here are a few statistics and highlights from the past five years with what we have set out to accomplish with enriching the Linux hardware experience and driving Linux-based benchmarking and testing.

Google Chrome For Linux Arrives, In Dev Form | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 4:40

Google's Chrome browser was released for Windows last year, but they are now finally pushing out development builds of this unique web browser for Linux and Mac OS X. Linux users could previously try out the rough equivalent of Chrome via Google's open-source Chromium project, but this is the first time they are releasing a development version of the official Chrome web-browser for Linux. As is ...

Cresyn CS-HP500 Headphones | Posted on: 05/06/2009 @ 3:20

The Cresyn CS-HP500 headphones are aimed at budget conscious people looking for a highly portable set of headphones. Priced at only $39.99 these headphones will not break the bank.

Microsoft Releases Three Bing Ringtones For Your Cell Phone | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 18:20

If you just can't get enough of Microsoft's newest search engine, Bing - then we might just have the antidote for you, Bing ring tones! Microsoft has three bing-branded ringtones so that you can load them on your mobile phone. The three ringtones are in MP3 format so you need a phone that supports playing mp3's as ringtones or find a way to convert them to your mobile phone's format.

Hulu To Begin Charging For Video Content | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 18:10

All great free things can't last forever, especially when the entertainment industry is involved. What I'm referring to is Hulu.com, the most popular content streaming service online and where millions of users watch full TV episodes of their favorite shows. According to Jonathan Miller, News Corp's CDO, Hulu may soon begin charging subscription fees for some of their online content.For all of us ...

Overburning: An Intro to the Dark Side | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 18:00

I personally think that overburning is a very unstable process. I don't like it, and I never suggest that you do it. But if you feel the need to go to the Dark Side, then here are a few tips to get you on your way. First, make sure your burner is capable of overburning. Keep in mind that even if you do succeed in overburning your disc, you might not be able to use it afterward on anything but ...

Xunlight Unveils New Mile Long Roll-Up Solar Cell Panels | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 16:50

Xunlight, a thin-film silicon solar development company in Toledo Ohio, has successfully demonstrated its roll-up solar panel manufacturing technique. The "roll-to-roll" manufacturing process forms thin-film amorphous silicon solar cells on ultra thin sheets of stainless steel, so thin that you can roll it up. The manufacturing process that Xunlight has developed allows for them to produce solar ...

VIZO Propeller Review | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 16:30

Introduction Vizo may not be a name that you’ve heard a lot about but they have a lot of good media coverage. They offer a variety of products ranging from portable media solutions and cooling devices. Today we are looking at the Propeller Dual Fan Card. About Vizo VIZO Technology Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and [...]

2009 E3 Expo - Day Two Coverage | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 14:00

We wanted to see the hottest hardware that this year’s E3 Expo had to offer. There was a huge buzz about the new Sony Playstation Portable introduced called the PSP Go. We tracked the PSP Go down and got some great video footage of it and much more!

Google Squared Goes Live - A Spreadsheet Like Research Tool | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 13:20

Google Squared, which we announced earlier last month, has been officially released by Google. The new search tool provides research data in a spreadsheet-like format, or squares, that represents categories for your data. So instead of a results page filled with links, the data you are searching for is presented all on one page.For an example, perhaps I was searching for a new Digital SLR camera ...

First shots of the Sony Ericsson X2 | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 13:20

Do you remember back in April when Skyhook's CEO casually mentioned the existence of the X2 in passing? No? What were you doing!

X Input 2.0 Merged Into The X Server | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 12:10

Just as planned, the X Input 2 protocol for X.Org has entered the master X Server code-base. X Input 2 (or Xi2 for short) is a significant update over the original X Input extension and allows for Multi-Pointer X support and other enhanced input features...

Touchscreen Phones Worse for the Environment | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 10:31

I don’t mean to make you feel bad if you’re reading this on your iPhone, LG Arena, SE Xperia, Samsung Omnia, Nokia 5800 or yet another phone that doesn’t get caught in loose pocket threads thanks to a smooth touchscreen surface, but unfortunately your phone impacts more negatively on the environment than the standard candy [...]

E3 Expo 2009: Fighting Games Roundup | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 9:10

Google Goes Square; Search Results in a Spreadsheet Form | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 8:50

Google has announced a new feature from the Google Labs which builds search results into a table like in a spreadsheet. If you want a list of all the capital cities in Europe you can enter a query like 'capital cities in Europe' and Google Squared will build a spreadsheet like results page where you can add rows and columns and build up a table of your results.

ATMs under attack. | Posted on: 04/06/2009 @ 8:40

Where I work, we have a lot of XP computers, they all have anti-virus installed because they are susceptible to malware. In fact they are so susceptible that it's almost a full time job keeping them all free of viruses. So, if you want to make ATMs, what would be the last OS that you would use to do so? It seems that ATMs in Eastern Europe are being targeted by malware that runs on, you guessed ...

Enlightenment E16 Reaches Version 1.0.0 | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 23:50

While Enlightenment E17 is still undergoing development, the Enlightenment E16 window manager has finally reached version 1.0.0. As Kim Woelders points out in the 1.0.0 release announcement, there are not any fundamental changes since version 0.16.8.15, but it just felt like it was time this X window manager reached the 1.0 status. Among the small changes that make up Enlightenment E17 v1.0.0 ...

Windows 7 Build 7201 Leaked Torrent Download | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 22:30

Last week it was Windows 7 Build 7137 that got leaked, this week it's Windows 7 Build 7201 that got leaked, it's like clock work! A lot of folks have been informed incorrectly when they state Build 7200+ is RC2. There is NO RC2, please do not be confused. Win7 Build 7201 has a build tag of, 7201.0.winmain_win7ids_sp.090601-2255 which means its 3 days old. Below are the file names and MD5 ...

2009 E3 Expo - Opening Day Coverage | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 20:31

The 2009 E3 Media & Business Summit hosted by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) is going on this week at the Los Angeles Convention Center June 2-4. Read on as we bring you some of our day one show coverage that includes some exclusive video interviews on some cool technology.

Zerotherm FZ120 Special Edition Towerkühler | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 19:50

Mit dem FZ120 präsentiert Zerotherm einen Towerkühler, der zu einem Kampfpreis über die Ladentheke geht, aber trotzdem einiges an Leistung verspricht. Schliesslich werden auch vier Heatpipes verbaut, die von speziell geformten Lamellen umgeben ihre Leistung voll entfalten sollen.

YouTube XL Launched; It's YouTube For Your Tube | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 18:50

With Boxee, Hulu, and other online video content providers bringing video content easily to your TV, Google figured why shouldn't they? That's why Google has unveiled its latest product for YouTube, YouTube XL.YouTube XL is basically YouTube that we all know today but using a different "skin" which is highly optimized for your television. Everything as the name implies, is bigger - hence the ...

Microsoft Kicks Off $100M Bing TV Ad Campaign | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 18:00

Microsoft has officially kicked off its $100 million dollar Bing.com advertising campaign. Beginning today, and probably even earlier this week, you will begin seeing Microsoft's advertising for its new search engine.On Monday, we got an early sneak peak of Bing.com and what all it has to offer. We found some interesting things about the new search engine such as;

Logitech G15 V2 Keyboard | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 17:50

Introduction The original Logitech G15 keyboard was a revolutionary product for Logitech as it incorporated an LCD screen, USB hub and a backlight set of keys. The version 2 includes these great features too, as well as some minor changes which we will look at in this review. About Logitech Focused on innovation and quality, Logitech designs personal [...]

Sony Ericsson New GreenHeart Phone Range: C901 Cybershot and Ling | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 17:20

With money concerns high on everyone’s agenda lately, it may be time to spare a thought for the issue that used to dominate the media before we realised that we’d have to pay an extra 25p a day for a latte: the environment. Yes it’s still lurking around us and yes, we’re still not doing a [...]

GOOC Prag | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 16:20

Nachdem sich ocaholic in Eindhoven NL erfolgreich für die europäischen Finales in Prag qualifiziert hat, freuten wir uns sehr bei diesem Event dabei zu sein. In Prag trafen sich nun die 14 besten Overclocking Teams aus ganz Europa um sich in Super PI 8m sowie 3DMark 2006 zu messen.

YouTube XL: YouTube for large screens! | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 15:10

The YouTube XL service has now come out of beta and is available to access via PS3, Wii or any internet capable PC.

AT&T Launches CruiseCast In-Car Satellite TV Service | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 14:50

Today, AT&T launched its in-car satellite television service across the continental United States with a nice looking lineup of content. We initially announced CruiseCast back in January but we only had a limited knowledge of the service. Whether you are driving around town or going on a vacation, you can enjoy 42 channels of satellite TV and radio - utilizing your existing rear-seat ...

OpenSolaris 2009.06 Performance | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 14:00

Sun Microsystems released OpenSolaris 2009.06 on Monday as a key update to this Solaris desktop operating system used on both servers and desktops. The 2009.06 release introduced better codec support, SPARC support, improved hardware support, numerous enhancements to the Image Packaging System, and plenty of other changes we talked about in our article on Monday. Today though we are here with ...

Why Bing will never topple Google | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 12:20

When America first launched the ‘just add water’ instant cake mixture, it bombed. Subsequent research found that American housewives liked to feel they were doing something towards the end result. The answer? ‘Just add water…and an egg’ cake mixture. That sold like proverbial hot cakes. The same can be said about Microsoft’s new search engine, Bing. [...]

Linux 2.6.30-rc8 Kernel Released | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 12:20

Around this weekend Linus Torvalds is expecting to release the Linux 2.6.30 kernel. This kernel is home to a few performance improvements, new drivers, updated drivers, new file-systems, and many other improvements in this quarterly Linux update...

Cool down this summer with a Portable Misting Tower | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 12:10

The Portable Misting Tower does exactly what it says on the tin- it's a tower which is portable and gives out mist when attached to a regular garden hose. A fine mist of water is sprayed from the top bar, falls on your skin and returns your body temperature from Mercury to Pluto (or at least Earth).

Windows 7 Coming Release Date Announced | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 9:40

Microsoft has announced via the Windows 7 Team Blog that Windows 7 will be released on October 22nd. This is a lot quicker than some people expected as Microsoft had previously announced that Windows 7 would be released in 2010.

How Twitter Anti-Spam Filter Can Clean Up The Spam | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 2:00

If you've used Twitter recently, there's a very good chance that you've seen what everyone on the streets is calling, Twitter Spam. Twitter opened a huge world of viral spamming to spammers advertising products such as debt-reduction services, enhancement pills, and pornography. Chances are, you've seen one of these or some other type of spam such as Get Rich Quick scheme or even "How To Get ...

LGP Gets Into Game Downloading, Rentals | Posted on: 03/06/2009 @ 0:20

Last year Linux Game Publishing launched their own game copy protection system to combat pirating of the games they port to Linux and now they have announced another fundamental change. At last, Linux Game Publishing will be making their games available by electronic download and they are also launching a game rental service. LGP's download service is not being offered directly to gamers but ...

XTracPads Hybrid Mousepad Review | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 22:30

Today we have a unique product from XtracPads called the Hybrid Mousepad. It attempts to combine the best of both worlds – the smooth, soft feel of cloth and the durability and slickness of plastic. Read on for our testing conclusions on the Hybrid.

Left 4 Dead Info! | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 20:50

Introducing the AI Director 2.0, L4D’s dynamic gameplay is taken to the next level by giving the Director the ability to procedurally change weather effects, world objects, and pathways in addition to tailoring the enemy population, effects, and sounds to match the players’ performance. The result is a unique game session custom fitted to provide a satisfying and uniquely ...

Monkey Island Revived by TellTale! | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 20:20

PC Gaming has evolved over the past 20 years or so. Back in 1990, LucasArts (then called LucasFilm Games) created one of the best adventure games of all time: The Secret of Monkey Island. Back then, the studio had a stream of hits with Indiana Jones, Day of the Tentacle, and the Sam and Max franchise. Other studios were making huge profits with these adventures, such as King's Quest and ...

Official: Microsoft Windows 7 Launches October 22nd | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 20:10

Microsoft officially said its latest operating system, Windows 7 would be available to the general public beginning October 22nd 2009, well ahead of the "holiday shopping season" they originally said. It also happens to be only one day earlier, than we originally was informed by manufactures.

Amazon Kindle Manufacture Buys E-Ink For $215 Million | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 16:00

Prime View International, the Taiwan-based company that manufactures the Amazon Kindle, announced today that they had signed an agreement to acquire E-Ink Corporation for $215 million. This will place Prime View in a prime spot within the growing e-reader industry. With the new combined company they will expand capacity and develop improvements for the ePaper display screens. E-Ink is the company ...

Kooaba….Point-Snap-Find | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 14:00

Here’s a fantastic idea, a program that tells you instant information about a product when you either want to know what it is or when you want to know more information about it. Enter Kooaba, kinda like Shazam but with images which makes everything a lot easier! So how does it work? You may be thinking [...]

World’s First Twitter Injury, or Twinjury | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 12:20

When using tech starts to give you a black eye, you know you have a problem. James Coleman became the first man in Britain to suffer a ‘twinjury’ - an injury sustained while using Twitter. The incident occurred as the 23 year old was jogging to work whilst tweeting on his Blackberry. This potent combination [...]

U Record Music Converter, allowing you to keep playing the mix tapes in the digital age | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 12:10

I’m just old enough to have been young when cassette tapes were popular. I’m sure I’m not the only one who sat next to the radio listening to Dr Fox’s Top 40 and trying to cue the record function after he stopped talking so I could get whatever drivel Take That were pumping out that [...]

iTunes 8.2 Released. Paves the way for iPhone OS 3.0 | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 12:00

Apple has released an upgrade to their ubiquitous iTunes software which is used by iPod and iPhone owners to sync music, video, photos, contacts (and much more) between their PC or Mac and their iPod/iPhone. As well as small bug fixes and the odd security update the main purpose of iTunes 8.2 is to add support for iPhones or iPod touches with the iPhone 3.0 Software. The iTunes update is a ...

Space Ace Review (iPhone) | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 8:30

There are a few advantages to the iPhone version. For one, you can resume the game if you are interrupted for any reason, such as if a call comes in. If you set the game to "infinite lives" then you'll never have to restart the game ever. Just press the Home button to exit. However, once you're in the middle of a game, there is no way to get to the main menu. Basically you have to restart ...

Village Tronic ViBook | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 2:20

Desktops can easily add a second monitor but getting a second on your notebook isn't and it becomes even harder if you want three or more. With the Village Tronic ViBook the maximum number of monitors you can add is limited to how many USB ports you have.

Apple Unveils iTunes 8.2 Prepares For New 3.0 iPhone Release | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 2:00

Apple unofficially informed us that the iPhone 3.0 release is very near, as Apple released iTunes 8.2 to provide support for the soon to be released iPhone 3.0.While Apple has been tight lipped about the announcement, a lot of speculation has been floating around the Internet about it. With the Worldwide Developers conference in San Francisco beginning next week, it's very likely that Apple will ...

Microsoft Bing Travel Search Offers Consumers Fare Predictor | Posted on: 02/06/2009 @ 1:10

Bing, having launched earlier this morning, has been on the web for going on 24-hours now. This has given the general public a peak as to what the new search engine has to offer. As we've said this morning, there are some things we don't like but other things about Bing that we do like! One of the things that we really enjoy about Microsoft Bing is the Travel tool.Bing Travel makes it much easier ...

File sharing 12 billion worth of data. | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 21:20

The BBC reports that seven million of us are illegal file sharers according to a report from Government advisers. Going by the the number of people using one network on one day, the estimate is they have access to £12 billion worth ofillegal material.

Building a Media Center PC Part 2 | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 20:20

Not too long ago I realized that I could pretty much write whatever I wanted and get away with it. So I decided that I wanted to write a review on an adult 3D game that was all about sex. Complete with video and lots of screenshots. I quickly found out that my previous revelation was merely fantasy and I was pretty much on the hook to write the second part of this Media Center PC bit. I would ...

A Huge Update To Phoronix Test Suite 2.0 | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 20:10

It has only been one week since the release of Phoronix Test Suite 2.0 Alpha 2, but we happen to be ahead of schedule on the third (and possibly the final) alpha release for 2.0 Sandtorg. In the past eight days there has actually been a very large number of changes to the Phoronix Test Suite, both to pts-core and the included test profiles and suites. We continue adding new options to the ...

Amazon Kindle DX Ships June 10th Ahead of Schedule | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 19:00

Amazon announced today that it's new larger-screen Amazon Kindle DX E-Book reader would ship on June 10th, much earlier than the third-quarter release that they had originally announced. Perhaps the news comes as Google announced that it's entering the E-book business or maybe they simply planned it all along to hype up the product with the initial availability announcement and now with this news ...

The Sims 3 - PC | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 17:00

Providing Sims fans with the most in-depth Sims experience yet.

OpenSolaris 2009.06 Released | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 16:50

As we reported last week, the release of OpenSolaris 2009.06 would come on Monday, and sure enough, it has been released by Sun Microsystems. The OpenSolaris 2009.06 release presents network virtualization support with Crossbow, SPARC support, Intel Xeon 5500 series hardware support, MySQL and PHP DTrace probes, improved usability with its package management system, and much more.

PSP GO to début tomorrow | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 14:50

Sony's much-talked about but yet to be officially announced PSP GO is expected to début at the E3 gaming expo in Los Angeles this year.

The World’s first 12MP Camera Phone! | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 14:30

Imagine one of them sounds you hear when something important happens, like a bell, and imagine you are hearing it now because the BIG news of today comes courtesy of Samsung, where they have revealed that their Pixon 12 M8910 is to be the first phone on the the planet to have a 12MP camera, [...]

Samsung M8910 Pixon12 - A 12 Megapixel Camera Phone | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 14:20

Samsung today unveiled a new touchscreen phone with a whopping 12-megapixel camera, the Pixon12 which upgrade the original Pixon camera phone. The Pixon-12 comes packed with a 28mm wide-angle lens, Xeon flash, and a 3.1-inch AMOLED display with a 10,000:1 contrast ratio.One really nice feature is the ability to autofocus specific points in the camera's view simply by touching on the area of the ...

Google's E-Book Business Allows Publishers To Set Pricing | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 13:20

Google has announced it's plans to enter the e-book business this year, during an event Google held with publishers at the BookExpo in New York. Under, Google E-Books, publishers will have much more control than the offerings by Amazon. One of the biggest changes would be that Google EBooks would allow publishers to set their own pricing, unlike Amazon's service.Under Google's rules publishers ...

Microsoft’s New Search Engine ‘Bing’ Coming June 3rd; Videos Now on YouTube | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 12:10

A few days ago Microsoft announced the launch of it new search engine called ‘Bing‘. Microsoft has had several stabs at trying to gain a top position in the search engine market but has so far failed. Microsoft’s current search offering called Windows Live has around 8% of the market share with Google being the dominant [...]

Top Five Mobile Broadband Providers: Which Package is Best for You? | Posted on: 01/06/2009 @ 11:40

While fixed broadband has become as normal in people’s homes as toasted cheese sandwiches, another means of connecting online is starting to take the market by storm: mobile broadband. Mobile broadband basically frees you up to check up on work emails and the latest sports results while you’re out and about instead of having to be [...]