NZXT Sentry LX Fan Controller Review

NZXT is a manufacturer of computer components that is most likely best known for their innovative computer cases. We have reviewed a handful of them here at Bigbruin.com, and they never fail to impress.

While cases may be their bread and butter, they do offer a variety of other items, including power supplies, mice, coolers, and fan controllers. This review is going to take a look at something they call the Sentry LX; a serious fan controller that occupies two 5.25 inch drive bays while providing control and feedback for up to five fan speeds and temperatures in a computer case.

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Thanko launches new DVI-HDMI USB2.0 Adaptor

Thanko introduced new DVI-HDMI USB2.0 adaptor which is now available now for 9800 Yens (75€). Nothing particular to say, just you’ll be able to get a maximum resolution of 1600 x 1200 (UXGA).

Size: 78×47×20mm
Weight: 65g.

Source : Akihabaranews

Kindle 2 gets the Colorware treatment, prepares to burn some retinas

We know that the only reason you're holding out on buying a Kindle 2 is your aversion to that sterile plastic shell. Well, you're in luck, aesthete... 'cos the folks at Colorware will happily sell you a model that lives out loud for a song (and $599, baseline). Or you can send in your own e-reader, in which case a cool $199 will get you the paint job you deserve. It will be 2-3 weeks before you get your device back in your hot hands, but when you do you'll be ready to read The Kandy-Kolored Tangerine-Flake Streamline Baby in pop art style. Hit that read link to get started.

Source : Engadget

Verizon Samsung Alias 2 Available Now

Verizon Wireless has released the Samsung Alias 2, the dual-hinge phone with E-Ink QWERTY keyboard. The Alias 2 features a 2.6-inch QVGA display, a 2 Megapixel camera, Bluetooth and a microSD card slot.

Samsung’s Alias 2 has a 2-way flip form factor and comes with “Magic Keypad with E-ink technology”. The phone supports GPS and is VZNavigator Capable. Alias 2 works with EV-DO network. Instead of 3.5mm jack, the phone comes with a 2.5mm headset jack.

The Samsung Alias 2 is priced at $79.99 with 2-year contract after $50 rebate.

Source : ITechNews

Monitor Audio Airstream 10 WiFi radio gets the hands on treatment

While Monitor Audio's new Airstream 10 WiFi / DAB radio unfortunately isn't a radio inspired by a vintage Airstream trailer, it is nonetheless pretty eye catching in its own right, and fairly full featured as far as WiFi radios go. Apparently, the radio can either be stood upright or placed on its side, and it'll let you listen to some standard FM or DAB radio, or hop onto a network via WiFi or Ethernet to either stream some tunes off your Mac or PC or tune into some internet radio stations. What's more, while Stuff.tv is apparently reserving final judgment for its full review, it does say that the sound quality doesn't disappoint, and it packs the usual 3.5mm jack to round out its options. Still no word on a DAB-less version for these parts, sadly, but those in the UK should be able to pick this one up starting in June.

Source : Engadget

Lenovo gets official with mildly refreshed IdeaPad S10-2 netbook

Lenovo's S10 has walked a long, rough road. First it battled months of delays, then hordes of anxious owners began weeping rivers due to incessant fan noise. Lenovo already made a few attempts to better its cute-as-a-button netbook, but now it's ditching the little-by-little approach entirely and introducing a 'Part II' version. The understandably titled S10-2, which we spotted via a handy user manual just last week, is officially official, and while it's still rocking the same basic specs (1.6GHz Atom N270, 1GB of RAM, 160GB HDD, WiFi, 1.3 megapixel camera, etc.), there have been a few appreciated tweaks made. There's a new cover design, a larger keyboard, a bigger trackpad and a model with integrated 3G that'll run just $50 more than the standard $349.99 flavors; too bad Lenovo didn't take this opportunity to dish out an entirely new IdeaPad with a CPU that's marginally robust.

Source : Engadget

Lian Li XB-01 Review

The consoles versus PC wars have been ongoing for longer than most fan boys can remember, but one of the arguments that has almost always been in the PC camp's favour is that their gaming platform of choice can be upgraded however you want. Sure consoles can be modded or tweaked, but it normally takes someone who really knows what they're doing to accomplish either of these feats. Now however, this argument has been turned somewhat on it's head, with Lian Li releasing a custom case for the Xbox 360; and it looks nothing like the original.

Features

  • Manufactured by Lian Li
  • Reduces the noise of the Xbox 360
  • Brushed black aluminium finish
  • Supplied with installation instruction
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Novatech Ion Fusion - Atom 330 PC Review

As well as being the first to make nVidia's 3D Vision kit available in the UK, Novatech was also one of the first, after Asus, to offer a selection of nettop systems. Here we take a look at its latest, the Ion Fusion.

Sadly, though the name might imply otherwise, Novatech's Atom desktops are not based around nVidia's revolutionary Ion platform, which incorporates significantly better graphics than the current alternatives. Instead, these Ions use the good old Intel D945GCLF2D motherboard, based on the less tongue-twisting 945GC Express Chipset. Coincidence or not, it's a less than ideal situation to have a system with a name that infers one thing but delivers another. At least you all now know what you're getting.

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Asus Eee Box B204 Review

Asus are one of the most respected manufacturers in the industry because they consistently produce quality computer hardware and many enthusiasts would not hesitate to consider an Asus product for their rig.

Today we’re going to be taking a look at the Eee Box B204, a small, stylish desktop machine powered by an Atom processor complete with its party piece, ATI 3450 graphics. Over the course of this review we’ll put it through its paces and find out just what it is capable of.

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PowerColor Liquid Cooled Radeon HD 4890 LCS Review

The PC scene is constantly evolving as businesses and individuals make use of next generation products that increase productivity or provide higher levels of entertainment. Bigger, better, faster - these are the insatiable desires of consumers. It doesn't matter if we're speaking of gigahertz or gigabytes, the demand endures and companies do their best to crank out sought after new technology.

As we're currently witnessing, competition for consumer dollars is fierce within respective markets and few can argue that there has never been a better time for those looking to buy. The Radeon HD 4890 is ATI's latest contender and we covered it extensively at launch. Now, overclocked variants of the videocard are rolling out with the goal of squeezing every last bit of performance from the RV790 GPU.

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