AMD Sempron X2 2100 Processor

November 21, 2008 · Processors: AMD

Some time ago we examined performance of Low-End processors. However, our lab obtained a CPU that represents the entire epoch (for its manufacturer at least), so it makes sense to get back to the Low-End topic one more time. Enters the first dual-core AMD Sempron!

Cooler Master V4, Scythe Shuriken, Zalman CNPS8700 NT CPU Coolers

November 20, 2008 · Coolers

Today we'll examine three different HTPC coolers: Cooler Master V4, Scythe Shuriken, and Zalman CNPS8700 NT. The primary requirement to a home theater part is compact dimensions (not higher than 90 mm) and High-End components (heat pipes and rich finning). These coolers have all that, so let's proceed straight to their design and usability issues, and then analyze the key point -- actual performance.

Intel Wolfdale vs. AMD Agena

November 18, 2008 · Processors: Intel

In this review we'll analyze performance of a single processor core in comparison with two main competitors. For this purpose we'll use two motherboards -- Biostar TPower I45 (IP45A-A7P) and ASUS M3A32-MVP Deluxe/WiFi-AP -- that allow disabling all CPU cores but one in BIOS.

ASUS Lion Square and Triton 85 CPU Coolers

November 17, 2008 · Coolers

Today we are going to examine two products from ASUS: Lion Square and Triton 85. Although both coolers have only recently appeared in our local market, they are already ranked high in company's model range. These coolers boast of original design and promising functionality. They also feature some interesting technical elements, which we are eager to examine.

November 20, 2008

Daily Mailbox

AMD Maui Home Theater PC - Video Spotlight at HotHardware Read more »

November 19, 2008

HP Brings Multi-touch Innovation to Consumer Notebooks

HP today announced its first convertible notebook PC -- TouchSmart tx2 (HP Pavilion tx2z) -- with multi-touch technology designed specifically for consumers. Read more »

November 19, 2008

Toshiba Introduces 500GB 2.5-inch Hard Disk Drive with Quiet Acoustics and Enhanced Durability

Toshiba Corporation today announced a new half-terabyte HDD, the flagship model in a series of 5,400 RPM SATA 3.0 Gbps 2.5-inch HDDs. Read more »

November 18, 2008

Daily Mailbox

HTPC Howto @ OCInside Read more »

November 18, 2008

USB 3.0 Specification Now Available

The USB 3.0 Promoter Group announced the completion of the USB 3.0 specification, the technical map for device manufacturers to deliver SuperSpeed USB technology to the market. Read more »

November 18, 2008

Fujitsu to Release New Line of Enterprise Hard Disk Drives

Fujitsu Limited yesterday announced the development of two new series in its line of 2.5" enterprise hard disk drives (HDDs), the 10,025-rpm MBD2 RC series and 15,000-rpm MBE2 RC series, both of which provide standard support for the 6Gb/s SAS interface. The MBD2 RC series will be released in the first quarter of 2009 calendar year, and the MBE2 RC series will be available in the second quarter. Read more »

November 18, 2008

Intel Officially Launches Core i7 Processors

Intel Corporation introduced its most advanced desktop processor ever, the Intel Core i7 processor. The Core i7 processor is the first member of a new family of Nehalem processor designs and is the most sophisticated ever built, with new technologies that boost performance on demand and maximize data throughput. The Core i7 processor speeds video editing, immersive games and other popular Internet and computer activities by up to 40 percent without increasing power consumption. Read more »