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by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 9/02 - 2012

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I like cases with lots of room in them, I used to like small cases but I’ve since changed my mind on them as I like the room to move and route wires to keep them out of the way. Today for review I’ve got the Thermaltake Overseer RX-I PC case which is a full …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 12/01 - 2012

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The Classmate PC is back with two new versions priced at $499 and $349. The 2go Convertible Classmate PC NL3 transitions from a netbook to a tablet with a simple twist of the screen with up to 10 hours of battery life. The NL3 sells for $499. The 2go Classmate PC E12 sells for the …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 10/01 - 2012

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Not long ago I review the Idolian TouchTab10 and they’ve just announced a new Android tablet called the TurboTab8 that features Android 2.3, a 1ghz CPU, a capacitive 7” touch screen, G-sensor and even an HDMI output. Price is only $169 and it comes with 4gb on board but for a limited time you can …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 3/01 - 2012

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Today for review I’ve got another PC case, it’s the new on from Raidmax called the Viper. These case features three 120mm cooling fans pre-installed, along with tool-less installation for your hard drive and 5.25” bays. The case also features fold out handles on the side panels for easy removal and holes already there for …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 19/12 - 2011

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Hmm, it seems GameFly is going the way of Netflix by adding Unlimited game play on PCs with the standard disc subscription. They’re offering plenty of unlimited play games from big publishers. It’s in public beta now so all you have to do to try it out is join GameFly with the minimum disc plan …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 9/12 - 2011

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Tablets are the latest and greatest thing this year it seems and when it comes to buying one you’ve got plenty of choices. You can go for very expensive, inexpensive or somewhere in between and today I’ve got the somewhere in between for review today. It comes form a company called Idolian where their motto …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 12/11 - 2011

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A new case from Bitfenix called the Raider has just been announced. It’s a case that has got great looks, excellent features and best of all it’s affordable at $89 when it arrives in December! The Raider comes with three 120mm fans with fan controller and four USB 3.0 ports along with more! Defeat …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 8/11 - 2011

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Now this is a sweet looking gaming mouse, I think I need this thing. The Mad Catz Cybog R.A.T. 7 Contagion gaming mouse features up to 6400 DPI, that’s a lot, and super fast. The mouse also has 4 customs DPI modes, 5 programmable buttons, 3 cyborg modes, precision aim mode and a custom weight …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 3/11 - 2011

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Here’s a great deal on a fun game! Shattered Horizon is celebrating it’s 2nd year anniversary and they’re offering it for only $4.99 from November 4th to the 6th on Steam. They’re also going to be permanently lowering the price to $9.99 after the sale is over.       …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 1/11 - 2011

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Sure I like Sonic, but I don’t think this is much of an incentive really to buy a tablet at GameStop ?! Sure you’ll get Sonic about a month before it’s available anywhere else, but is it really that big of a deal? I don’t think so, but hey maybe someone out there REALLY loves …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 3/10 - 2011

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Normally I like to re-write headlines from the press releases, but some are just so good that they don’t need re-written. Take the one up there for example, that’s just perfect isn’t it? I couldn’t have said it better myself. It’s about the game Pocket God and how the little pygmies have something new to …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 23/09 - 2011

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NZXT just announced another budget chassis called the Source 220 for under $60. Even though it’s inexpensive that doesn’t mean it’s not full of features like USB 3.0, cable management and two included fans along with the ability to have a total of seven fans for excellent cooling. The best part is that it looks …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 23/09 - 2011

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Yes, PC and PS3 owners the wait is over, you can now get Black Ops: Rezurrection and join the zombie killing fun. To celebrate the release you can get double XP from Friday the 23rd until Monday the 26th. Rezurrection’s top-secret cargo features the massive Zombies frag-fest Moon, …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 16/09 - 2011

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Another case announced today, this one from our friends at NZXT. The Tempest 210 chassis is an inexpensive case coming in at only $54.99, but even for that price it’s got some nice features and great looks. The case features USB 3.0, a 120mm and a 140mm fan pre-installed, cable management and screw-less 5.25” and …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 16/09 - 2011

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They’re calling it the awesome Viper case, only time and reviews will tell that of course. The Viper does look rather cool and has features like tool-free installation, cable management and even USB 3.0 ports. It comes with nine drive bays, five of which are external and space for seven expansion cards along with support …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 10/04 - 2011

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It’s been a long time since I’ve reviewed any PC cases here on TestFreaks, so today I have the latest one from NZXT called the H2. This case was built with people like me in mind, those that want a case that is as quiet as can be. The H2 has noise dampening foam on …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 31/03 - 2011

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Netbook Navigator today announced the launch of the NAV7 Slate PC.  Powered by Windows 7 and loaded with innovative best-in-class features, this cutting-edge new tablet redefines the concept of wireless PC mobility. Weighing just 1.25 lbs and equipped with a 1.6GHz Intel processor, up to 2GB RAM, 1.8" Solid State hard drive with up to …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 27/02 - 2011

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I always slightly giggle when I hear the name of this game, and then giggle more when I read the descriptions. Anyway here’s some more screen shots for PC and iPhone versions of Cargasm and some info too. Despite the name and references the game looks decent I think. About Cargasm Heralding a …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 19/02 - 2011

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Lots of new gaming stuff going on lately. Lego Universe goes back in time, check out the screen shots and video: LEGO® Universe is treating players to an all-new time travel challenge this month, inviting teams of four to band together to battle and save Nimbus Station… in the past. Beginning February 23rd, players …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 28/01 - 2011

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Hey look it’s another case from Cooler Master, the last one I posted about was more of a budget case all around case. The new Elite 343 is made for micro-ATX motherboards, it’s small but yet it’s big on features. Cooler Master introduces the new Elite 343, mini tower chassis designed for Micro-ATX motherboards. …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 28/01 - 2011

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Ahh PC Cases, I love them, they come in all shapes and sizes, and Cooler Master makes some decent ones. The new Elite 371 features a classic black Cooler Master design with clean, yet attractive lines and a lot of cooling to keep your system running great. The two words budget and case rarely …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 6/01 - 2011

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I don’t think I’ve ever really heard much about Origin PC but they sent me over a PR about their new PCs and Laptops the feature the latest processors from Intel. ORIGIN PC is proud to unveil a new era of powerful computing with the introduction of Intel’s next generation Core i5 processors and …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 5/01 - 2011

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Streaming wirelessly has been around for a while, but it look as though it’s finally being perfected. With the new StreamHD from Warpia you can stream in 1080P from your PC to your HDTV and the price is only $170. Warpia is excited to unveil the newest contribution to their line of wireless connectivity …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 5/01 - 2011

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The A,B,C’s! That’s cute, the new IdeaCentre model numbers start with either A,B, or C.  Prices start at $449 and go up to $899 depending on size and features of course, but you can get things like TV built-in or multi-touch display or if you’re woried about space you could go with what Lenvo says …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 6/10 - 2010

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Today for review I’ve got a product that I found rather interesting, it’s an ultraslim computer that has holes in it to match those on your monitor, yes the computer can actually be mounted to the back of your monitor turning in into an all-in-one basically. You don’t have to mount it that way, it …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 24/09 - 2010

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Dell just introduced three new computers that are focused on entertainment. At the center of the new lineup is the Inspiron One, with features that set it apart from other all-in-one PCs including: a full HD 23-inch LED-backlit LCD; an optional quad-core processor that zips through web surfing, movie watching, family photo album …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 24/09 - 2010

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I played Darksiders on the Xbox360 and liked it quite a bit. In the game you play as War, you know that horseman of the Apocalypse dude, and you end up getting tricked and everything gets blamed on you so you’ve got to go and set things right and get some revenge in the process. …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 22/09 - 2010

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Blade Kitten huh? It actually looks like my kind of game. It’s platformer that features tons of interesting elements like aliens and yes cat girls with swords. What more could you ask for? Welcome to Hollow Wish… On the surface, it’s your typical lawless frontier. Yet this mysterious shell planetoid is filled with dark …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 7/09 - 2010

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Now this thing is something to drool over… a combination Xbox360 and PC in one that liquid cooled. Too bad the starting price is $7,669 for one, there’s no way I could ever afford one with three kids to take care of. I can dream I guess though. ORIGIN PC is proud to unveil …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 1/09 - 2010

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Today for review I’ve got another notebook from HP, the ProBook 4720s. This notebook could be called business frugal, as it’s their business class of notebooks but it’s less costly than others. The design of it is very classy with it’s stylish brushed aluminum covers to it’s glossy keyboard. The 4720s is a Corei5 based …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 27/08 - 2010

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Every once in a while I run across a product that I just must have, one that I think can be very useful and it’s designed well. Visiontek just introduced the CandyBoard wireless mini keyboard and it’s one such product. This little keyboard can work on the PC, Xbox360 and the PS3. The CandyBoard can …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 19/05 - 2010

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Today for review I have a first, at least for me, it’s a desktop PC yes, but it’s an all-in-one style meaning that there’s no ‘tower’ section like a regular computer might have, the kind most of us are accustomed to. An all-in-one PC is a fairly new style of PC meant to save …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 19/05 - 2010

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These aren’t exactly consumer products, but a rugged tablet is something that’s certainly interesting. These new tablets feature the Intel Core vPro processors or the Core i7/i5 along with 160gb HDD and up to 4gigs of ram. What makes them rugged though is the fact that they are designed to withstand  bumps, …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 11/05 - 2010

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And by cool I mean that it’s got a sub-zero cooling system built-into it.. The Assassin is aimed at the enthusiast crowd as you might expect with three system choices, the only differences in the setups are which video cards you’ll get. Pricing ranges from $2387 to $2693 depending on configuration. The Assassin is Digital Storm’s …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 5/05 - 2010

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Yep, HP just expanded their product lineup quite a bit with the introduction of Intl and AMD based PCs and Notebooks for both business use and consumer use.  I thought about posting these press releases separately but decided against it, so this is two press releases combines telling you all about the …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 18/04 - 2010

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A bright orange PC that looks like a guitar amp?! Yes if you’ve ever wanted to own a PC that’s bright orange and looks like a guitar amp then you’re in luck because Orange Amps has got you covered with the OPC. It’s more than a PC though you can actually hook …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 4/04 - 2010

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Today for review I’ve got the very stylish and thin HP ProBook 5310m notebook PC. This is one of the thinnest full laptops I’ve ever seen truly, and it’s also lightweight. It’s mostly aluminum giving it durability and good looks as well. The performance isn’t bad, I’ve put it up against a few netbooks …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 31/03 - 2010

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Laptops aimed at kids, the PeeWee Power Laptop, well not really a laptop, it’s got an Atom CPU in it with 10.1” screen, 1 gig of ram along with 802.11n and Bluetooth. it’s even got three IUSB ports along with a built-in card reader. It does have a spill resistant keyboard and …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 21/01 - 2010

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Maingear has just announced three serious gaming PCs. These things come standard with closed loop liquid cooling, ATI 5000 series cards in crossfire and pre-overclocked CPUs with quite a bit of ram in them as well. There’s three configurations, the highest being $5,149 is a Corei7 975 that’s overclocked to 3.6GHz with …



by: Kristofer Brozio, posted: 17/12 - 2009

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Do you have a need for speed? Well Pyrroblazer from Candella and Eipix has something to satisfy that need called Pyroblazer. Last year Pyroblazer was released, this year they’ve released Pyroblazer Gold which is essentially the same game but with some added features along with some bonus materials like an additional Blazer, an Art …