Radeon HD 5970 Seen in All Its Might

AMD did make quite a splash by launching the first ever DirectX 11-ready Radeon HD 5800 series GPUs, and the Radeon HD 5870 has also helped the company to retrieve the performance crown of single-GPU graphics card by beating NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285. Apparently, the dual-GPU Radeon HD 5970 is something which deserves even higher expectations.

Our fellow site Alienbabeltech has just posted the first pictures and benchmarks of Radeon HD 5970, but the performance screenshots have been cleared up a bit later, due to the pesky NDA, as you can expect.

Radeon HD 5970 features a very long PCB which measures 13.5 inch (i.e.34.29cm), making it to be the longest ever. The reviewer actually had some problems fitting it into a full-sized tower case like the Antec 1200. According to them, the fan worked at 4700RPM under load, not unexpectedly, too much noise as well.

Affiliate reviews today [29-10-2009]

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NZXT BETA EVO Classic Series PC Case Review @ Bona Fide Reviews | Thermaltake Element G Review @ XSReviews | NZXT Beta - a cheap NZXT gaming case @ TweakPC | Silverstone RV02 Raven 2 Case Review @ Ninjalane

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ASRock ION 330 NetTop System Review @ BCCHardware | ZOTAC's New ION ITX-F Series and the MAG ITX System @ MEGATech

Danamics LMX CPU Cooler Detailed

More than one year after unveiling the LM10 CPU cooler with liquid metal inside, Danamics has decided that it’s time to deliver its successor - LMX, just as they planned.

LMX measures 158.2×170.5×90mm, weighs 1180g, includes nickel-plated aluminum heatsink, and two 120mm LED fans designed by SilenX which works at 2000RPM with maximum sound output of 28.6dBA.

LMX provides high-quality thermal compound, full mounting kits for both AMD socket AM2/AM2+/AM3 and Intel socket 775/1156/1366, and support for Danamics PowerBooster.

The good news is the LMX carries a suggested retail price of ?159, seeing a significant price drop compared to its predecessor, LM10, which was sold for ?280 (though it still sounds somewhat expensive.)

To celebrate the LMX launch, the company will add two extra 120mm LED fans to the first customers. This offer will last for four weeks after the launch - we’ll let you know the specific date for the official launch soon.

Click here for the preview video of LMX cooler.

Specs and Pictures of Sapphire HD 5870 Vapor-X Surface

First seen a month ago on the release day of Radeon HD 5800 series graphics cards, Sapphire HD 5870 Vapor-X model is finally ready to debut.

Cooled by a dual-slot Vapor-X cooler which takes advantage of vapor chamber technology, the Cypress-powered card features 1600 stream processors, 1GB of GDDR5 memory, a 256-bit memory interface, and is factory overclocked, with its GPU and memory running at 870MHz and 5000MHz, respectively.

The included large LED fan delivers better cooling performance than the reference cooler as well as promising maximum quietness, and the card also has dual DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort outputs.

Expected to reach stores next week, Sapphire HD 5870 Vapor-X is coming bundled with a coupon for Dirt 2.

Kingston Intros Affordable 40GB SSDs for Desktop Users

Kingston has recently announced the release of the SSDNow V Series 40GB Boot Drive, the latest addition to its V family of solid state drives.

Available for as low as $84.99 after rebates (U.S. only) at etailer Newegg.com at launch, the 34nm MLC NAND based SSDs deliver sequential write speed of 170MB/s and write speed of 35MB/s.

Backed by a three-year warranty, the Kingston SSDNow V Series 40GB Boot Drive has a MSRP of $115 and will begin shipping on November 9th, 2009.

Unigine Delivers First DirectX 11 Benchmark

Unigine has lately announced release of the first DirectX 11 benchmark “Heaven” that is based on its proprietary Unigine engine.

Heaven benchmark provides the following key features: * Native support of OpenGL, DirectX 9, DirectX 10, and DirectX 11 * Comprehensive use of tessellation technology * Advanced SSAO (screen-space ambient occlusion) * Volumetric cumulonimbus clouds generated by a physcially accurate algorithm * Dynamic simulation of changing environment with high physcial fidelity * Interactive experience with fly/walk-through modes * ATI Eyefinity support

You may download from here if you happen to have Windows 7 installed and one of ATI Radeon HD 5000 series graphics cards.

Hardware requirements: * Tessellation feature REQUIRES a GPU with DirectX 11 support! * ATI Radeon HD 2xxx and higher or NVIDIA GeForce 7xxx and higher (recommended: NVIDIA 8800/AMD 4800 series) * 256Mb of video memory

Western Digital Posts Strong Quarterly Report

Western Digital has recently reported record revenue of $2.2 billion, record hard drive shipments of 44.1 million units and net income of $288 million, or $1.25 per share, for its first fiscal quarter ended Oct 2nd, 2009.

“For the second consecutive quarter, demand for hard drives was stronger than expected as the positive industry conditions that materialized in the June quarter continued throughout the September quarter,” said John Coyne, president and chief executive officer. “We believe this demand is being driven primarily by consumers as a result of the growing social media phenomenon. This is creating demand in mobile and desktop PCs, branded products and enterprise storage. Hard drive inventories remain at historcially low levels, reflecting industry discipline in managing supply and demand.”

Sapphire Radeon HD 5750 Vapor-X Pictured

Sapphire is reportedly planning to release their popular Vapor-X version of the ATI HD 5750 which is targeted to mainstream and price conscious consumers.

Cooled by Vapor-X dual-slot cooler based on Vapor Chamber technology, the upcoming card features 720 stream processors, a 128-bit memory interface, DirectX 11, CrossFireX and ATI Eyefinity support.

The HD 5750 Vapor-X has core/memory clock of 700/1150MHz, boasts dual DVI, HDMI and DisplayPort connectors, and is said to debut on November 3rd.

Аkasa unveils Freedom Tower CPU cooler

Akasa Freedom Series is designed to unleash the performance of your system. Freedom Tower is a multi platform CPU cooler utilizing four nickel plated copper heatpipes with direct contact technology. The extreme cooling capabilities give you freedom to overclock and white LED 12cm fan with PWM provides ultra quiet performance and subtle illumination. Compatible socket type are: Intel LGA775, LGA1156, LGA1366, and AMD Socket 939, AM2, AM2, and AM3.

Announcement of the Spire Storm Series

The Spire Storm CPU Cooler Series are designed with the price cautious user in mind. The Storm 954 is the universal Intel version, silent and cost effective. The Storm 954 is applicable to the Intel 775/1156 and 1366 sockets. The star heat-sink is made with a large copper core insert, topped with our new Storm series silent fan. The Storm fan is mounted with tool-free Ant-Vive rubber screws. Installation is made easy with the Intel approved push-pins, no tools are required. Ready to cool up to the hot 125W micro-processors the Storm 954 is the satisfaction guaranteed Intel cooler from Spire.

A Superb Duo: Thecus and Windows 7

To offer absolute compatibility with common application environments, Thecus is announcing compatibility with Windows 7, Microsoft’s simpler and easier to use interface on the PC platform. In addition to convenient features, Windows 7 also delivers boosted performance on remote file operations with Thecus storage units. With the adjusted data transmit model on Windows 7, users can enjoy vastly enhanced data transfer speeds by utilizing Thecus NAS and iSCSI units on Windows 7. Take the latest Thecus 7 bay NAS, the N7700SAS, for example. This illustration compares N7700SAS performance on both Windows XP and Windows 7. Both read and write performance dramatically increases on Windows 7, delivering a 58% and 34% boost respectively.

As Windows 7 is introduced, Thecus is ready. Bringing storage technology to a whole new level, Thecus has one mission in mind: data protection and digitalized convenience - the truly complete storage solution for users worldwide. Let Windows 7 simplify your PC and leave storage and data protection to Thecus. Accessing data on Thecus via Windows 7 is quick and easy. Thecus and Windows 7 form the perfect duo in today’s digital world for faster and more responsive data transfer performance.

Affiliate reviews today [24-10-2009]

CPUs
Athlon II X2 240e and Athlon II X3 435 CPU Review @ Hardware Secrets

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Joby Gorillamobile Reviewed @ Bona Fide Reviews | Veho Mimi Qube Review @ XSReviews | Belkin Flip 2-port DVI USB KVM Switch F1DG102D @ BmR | Choiix Netbook Sleeve Review @ High Tech Reviews

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Ultra X4 850 W Power Supply Review @ Hardware Secrets | Ultra Products X4 850W Modular Power Supply Review @ Bigbruin.com | Xigmatek Nrp-Pc501 PSU @ Rbmods | Corsair TX950W Power Supply Review @ Hardware Secrets

Mobile
Nokia 5630 XpressMusic @ PCFoster | PowerMobile Advanced Emergency Charger @ Bona Fide Reviews

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Bluetooth Mini Mouse Reviewed @ DragonSteelMods | 23" Hannspree HF237HPB Widescreen 1080p HDMI LCD Monitor @ TestFreaks | Genius SW-HF5.1 5100 @ PCFoster | MacSpeech Dictate @ TestFreaks

Cooling
GTX 295 waterblock review @ Hardwareoverclock | Phobya pumps @ overclockingstation | NZXT CRYO S Notebook Cooler Reviewed @ Bona Fide Reviews

Articles
10 Internet Memes That Can Still Make You Laugh @ TestFreaks | How Stuff Works: A Computer CPU @ TestFreaks | An Unofficial History of The Unboxing @ TestFreaks

Motherboards
ASUS P7P55D EVO P55 LGA1156 Motherboard Review @ BmR | ASRock P55 Deluxe LGA1156 ATX Motherboard Review @ Futurelooks

Storage
Kingwin F-35 3.5" SATA Enclosure Reviewed @ DragonSteelMods | Kingston 64GB SSDNow Drive @ Hardware Bistro | Sharkoon SATA QuickPort Duo Review @ XSReviews

Video Cards
XFX Radeon HD 5750 @ TweakPC | XFX Radeon HD5750 Video Card Review @ BmR | http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/844 | Zotac GTX275 @ Technic3D | XFX Radeon HD 5770 Video Card Review @ Hardware Secrets | Sapphire Radeon HD5750 1GB Graphics Card Review @ Bigbruin.com

Games
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 (PC) @ Technic3D | Need for Speed: SHIFT (PC DVD) @ Barry's Review Blog | Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days Nintendo DS Review @ TestFreaks

Cases
NZXT M59 Mid-Tower Classic Chassis Review @ BCCHardware | Win a NZXT M59 Case @ Bigbruin.com | MS-Tech MC-1200 Case @ Technic3d | Antec Two Hundred Case Review @ Hardware Secrets

Logitech presents new accessories for laptops Logitech Notebook Kit MK605

Logitech presents new kit accessories for laptops Logitech Notebook Kit MK605 – it makes your work with the laptop a lot more easier and allows you to it according to your own style. In your home or at work the Notebook Kit MK605 guaranties comfort and space arrangement. The kit includes wireless mouse for maximum control and spinning laptop chock with which you can lift your laptop in three different positions, allowing you to set the high of the display to match your needs. Also the kit includes a compact wireless keyboard so you can put it wherever it will be the most comfortable for you. The mouse and the keyboard are connected to the laptop with a single receiver Logitech® Unifying, which remains connected to your PC and allows you to connect more up to 4 other compatible devices – mice and keyboards.

Logitech Notebook Kit MK605 is expecting to hit the store in USA and Europe through November this year on price of ?79.99.

ModReactor review: The Cus N0204 mini NAS

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ModReactor review: The Cus N0204 mini NAS

ModReactor review: Synology DS109 NAS

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ModReactor review: Synology DS109 NAS

Logitech unveils new gaming keyboard G110

The new Logitech Gaming Keyboard G110 gives you all that you need to personalize your game, to make your communication more effective and to make more operations lightly. The button’s light has different colors and helps you not to click wrong button in a dark room. In addition you can set up to 36 different button combinations or complicated macros for each game with the programmable G-buttons, as well using the MR button to write new macros while you play. With the integrated USB audio it is easy to make new allies or to gather against the enemy. With the high speed USB 2.0 hub you can connect your favorite gaming tools – mice and other periphery directly to the keyboard. To make sure that you are not going to leave the game accidently you can deactivate Windows/Context menu buttons with the game/desktop switch.

Logitech Gaming Keyboard G110 is expected to hit the stores in Europe through January 2010, on the price of ?79.99.

Antec Readies Six Hundred PC Case

Antec is readying the newest member of its Hundred series gaming PC cases, the Six Hundred. This is the sixth case in the series, following the Nine Hundred, Twelve Hundred, Nine Hundred Two, Three Hundred, and Two Hundred. This mid-sized ATX tower case is expected to fill the gap between the Three Hundred and Nine Hundred. It measures 491 (H) x 212 (W) x 492 (D) mm, and weights 6.9 kg. There are three exposed 5.25" drive bays, one exposed 3.5" bay, and five internal 3.5" bays. The front bezel provides enough breathing-room for its two front 120 mm fans. The side panel is windowed, and the window is perforated to hold a fan over the expansion slot area of the motherboard. One 120 mm fan ventilates the case from the rear-panel, while a large 200 mm TriCool blue LED-illuminated fan ventilates it from the top. The utility panel that holds buttons, and front-panel connectors is located at the top. The PSU bay is in its rightful place, at the bottom, and two ports for water-cooling tubing are located next to the seven expansion brackets. The Six Hundred is listed for pre-order in Europe, priced at 60.80 EUR.

Affiliate reviews today [19-10-2009]

CPUs
Amd Athlon 2 X2 245 Cpu @ Rbmods

Accessories
Zalman MFC3 LCD Fan Controller @ Rbmods | Otterbox Commuter Series Case for Blackberry Tour 9630 @ TestFreaks | Thrustmaster Tennis Duo Pack NW Dual Racket Pack for Nintendo Wii @ TestFreaks | BlueAnt Supertooth 3 Bluetooth Handsfree Kit @ Benchmark Reviews

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Corsair 650W HX PSU @ Technic3d | Seasonic X-Series 650 W Power Supply Review @ Hardware Secrets | InWin Maelstrom Review @ XSReviews | SilverStone Element ST75EF 750 W Power Supply Review @ Hardware Secrets | Seasonic S12D 750W Power Supply Review @ Bigbruin.com | Ultra X4 1200W PSU @ Bcc Hardware | NOX apex 700W PSU @ Bcc Technic3d | Antec TruePower 750w Review @ XSReviews

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Sound ID 400 Bluetooth Headset Reviewed @ TestFreaks | Qpad 5K Mouse @ Rbmods

Cooling
Tuniq Tower 120 Extreme CPU Cooler Review @ Futurelooks | Thermolab BADA CPU Cooler @ BCCHardware | Cooler Master NotePal U2 @ LanOC Reviews | 3R System iCEAGE Prima Boss CPU Cooler Review @ Hardware Secrets | Dynatron G950 Genius CPU Cooler @ TestFreaks | Corsair Hydro Series H50 High-Performance CPU Cooler Review @ Futurelooks | Cooler Scythe Zipang 2 @ PCFoster | Intel Core i7 CPU Water Block Roundup Oktober 2009 @ Madshrimps | Evercool Buffalo CPU Cooler Review @ Hardware Secrets

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13 Crucial Wordpress Plugins for SEO and Networking @ iGadget Life | Computers Gone Bad – The Best Movie Computer Villains @ iGadget Life | Apple Tips #3 – Ejecting a Stuck Disc from a Mac Superdrive @ iGadget Life | Upgrading to Windows 7 @ TestFreaks | A Futurelooks Guide to Seven Video Games that Shaped Mainstream Society @ Futurelooks

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Dysk Transcend StoreJet 25M @ PCFoster

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Sapphire Radeon HD 5850 Video Card @ Benchmark Reviews

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King of Fighters XII for Xbox 360 Review @ XSReviews

Cases
NZXT Lexa S Case Review @ Hardware Secrets | Cooler Master Gladiator 600 @ Technic3d | Cooler Master Gladiator 600 Case Review @ Hardware Secrets

Competitions
Win a free NZXT Gaming Case @ Benchmark Reviews | Fall contest wih Coolit and NZXT! @ Rbmods

Systems
Seagate FreeAgent Theater+ Media Player Review @ Bigbruin.com

Lenovo’s ION-powered IdeaPad S12 Netbook Coming up

Lenovo’s first ION-based netbook IdeaPad S12 is going to make its debut this week, together with the latest Windows 7 operating system, according to TCMagazine.

IdeaPad S12 features a 12.1-inch (1280×800) LED backlit display, a full-size keyboard, a 1.6GHz Atom N270 processor, 2GB of RAM, a 250GB hard drive, a 6-cell battery providing up to 6 hours of operation, and is pre-loaded with Windows 7 Home Premium.

Equipped with Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth, a 1.3 megapixel camera, D-Sub and HDMI outputs, the IdeaPad S12 is expected to be available in Japan at about $759.

GeIL memory now available in Bulgaria through Argus computers

GeIL is proud to announce the establishment of distribution in the Bulgarian market through one of Bulgaria’s top distributors – Argus Computers.

Argus Computers established in 1996, has been providing the Bulgarian market with professional service and named brand products. The wide range of PC components and peripherals that Argus Computers carry is to provide customers with one-stop-shopping and total solution purchasing experience. GeIL is a well-known brand in the industry, focused on enthusiast products. Service, respect, openness, innovation and speed are the key-stones of GeIL’s philosophy. During its existence – GeIL has introduced many distinguished products, such as the Black Dragon, Evo One and Green memory modules.

GeIL welcomes such prestigious partner as Argus Computers aboard of GeIL distribution. Together, we look forward to provide the best products and service to the Bulgarian public.

For more information, please visit GeIL’s website www.geil.com.tw or the website of Argus Computers www.argus.bg.