Product review

Samsung optical smart hub SE-208BW

2012-03-20T02:06:00.001-07:00

Samsung optical smart hub SE-208BW - price, features and specifications of the Samsung SE-208BW

Samsung SE-208BW is a smart wireless media hub that offers various options for connecting your multimedia devices like PC, laptop, smartphone, smart TV and some others.
With the Samsung SE-208BW you can connect your devices on the go, stream CDs and DVDs on multiple devices.

The built in WiFi connection makes this device usable as an access point for your wireless-ready devices.
Not only it is very capable but the Samsung SE-208BW smart hub is very affordable. Its price is very competitive and it can be found for as low as £100 (or around $120 in US).

Toshiba Satellite Pro C660D-1CE laptop review

2012-03-17T13:35:00.001-07:00

Toshiba Satellite Pro C660D-1CE laptop review - price, features and specifications of the Toshiba Satellite Pro C660D-1CE laptop

Toshiba Satellite Pro C660D is an affordable 15.6-inch laptop with AMD E450 Dual Core processor, 3GB of DDR3 RAM and a 320GB HDD.
Toshiba Satellite C660D touchpad features multi-touch gesture support and interesting sophisticated black textured finish.

The 15.6-inch screen of the Satellite Pro C660D-1CE is LED backlit and supports resolution of 1366x768. The screen is also equipped with Toshiba's TruBrite technology for crisp and bright images. The graphics used in this laptop is AMD Radeon HD 6320 with up to 957MB which will be fine for most users but not for those who like more advanced games.
Connectivity options of the Satellite Pro C660D-1CE include 802.11b/g/n Wireless and the latest generation of Bluetooth® 3.0+HS.
Toshiba Satellite Pro C660D-1CE comes with 2x USB 2.0 ports, 3-in-1 card reader and VGA Port.

Toshiba Satellite Pro C660

The optical device of the Satellite Pro C660D-1CE is a DVD burner. Unfortunately we didn't see an HDMI port on this laptop which is quite strange.
Te laptop also comes with built-in webcam and microphone for better Skype experience.

Here are all Toshiba Satellite Pro C660D-1CE features and specifications:
Processor: AMD E450 Dual Core (1.65GHz, 1MB Cache )
Screen: 15.6-inch (Toshiba TruBrite TFT, 1366x768 WXGA resolution, LED Backlight)
Operating system: Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit
RAM: 3GB (DDR3 1333MHz)
Hard drive: 320GB
Optical drive: DVD Rewriter (Records DVDs 8x & CDs 24x & Dual Layer Super Multi)
Graphics: Integrated (AMD Radeon HD 6320 with up to 957MB Shared Memory)
Wireless LAN: 802.11b/g/n Wireless
Network card: 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet
Integrated webcam: Webcam with microphone
Card reader: 3-in-1 card reader (SD/SDHC,MMC)
USB ports: 2x USB 2.0 ports
Bluetooth: Bluetooth® 3.0+HS
Speakers: Integrated stereo speakers
VGA port: Yes
Kensington Lock
Charge Time: around 2.5 hours
Battery life: up to 5 hours
Weight: around 2.5 kg
Warranty: 1 Year International Toshiba Warranty

Toshiba Satellite Pro C660D-1CE is a very affordable laptop and its price is very low. You can find the atellite Pro C660D-1CE in UK tech stores for around £300.

Cheap Toshiba laptops

LG DM2780D 3D LED monitor and TV

2012-03-16T02:15:00.001-07:00

LG DM2780D 3D LED monitor and TV

LG DM2780D

LG DM2780D is a 27-inch 3D LED TV that supports picture in 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution.
The LG DM2780D offers the 3D picture using polarization technology.
This monitor is perfect for multimedia though its screen size is not very big. The 27-inch frame is perfect for smaller rooms or bigger kitchens.
The LG DM2780D can be very well used as PC monitor and then it turns into great gaming solution.
LG DM2780D converts all your media contents to the advanced 3D with the advanced 3D Effect Mode.
As a LED display the LG DM2780D has very low energy consumption.
The contrast ratio of the LG DM2780D is 7000000:1 but the brightness is on the low side - 250 cd/m2.
The LG DM2780D has two 5W stereo speakers for better sound experience.
Connection options include two HDMI ports, D-Sub, USB 2.0, SPDIF output, headphone jack (Audio line-in), Aerial SCART and Composite video.

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Lava 7 Android 2.2 tablet review

2012-03-15T02:37:00.002-07:00

Lava 7" Android 2.2 tablet review - price, features and specifications of the Lava 7-inch tablet

Today at For consumers blog we are going to take a closer look at another of the cheap tablets that looks amazingly like the Apple iPad. But most similarities with the most popular tablet in the world end here. The Lava 7 tablet has an 800MHz processor (WM8650) and a 7-inch resistive touchscreen with 800 x 480 resolution. The screen is nothing special but you shouldn't expect anything else in this price segment.
Lava 7 runs on the Android 2.2 operating system so plenty of apps are available for this tablet at the Android Market.

The Lava 7-inch tablet has one big disadvantage, the tablet has a shortage of system memory - only 256MB of RAM which isn't enough for a modern tablet computer. It also has 4GB of storage space and the ability to operate with memory cards (microSD) of up to 32GB.
The connectivity options include WiFi connection, USB port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
The tablet also comes with built-in speaker and a 0.3 front facing camera (and a mic).
The Lava 7 tablet comes with in four language options - English, German, French and Spanish.
The manufacturer claims the Lava 7 tablet will hold charge for more than 5 hours (up to 10 hours) but we can't confirm that.
As for the price the Lava 7" Android 2.2 tablet is real winner. The tablet is very cheap offered at the price of around a £100 in UK. It's a competitive price but these days you can find many other Asian tablets with similar specs for even less.

More cheap tablets:
Flytouch Superpad 3
SuperPad VI
MID M1006 Superpad tablet
Zenithink Zepad ZT102
Ainol Novo 7 Paladin tablet
Archos Arnova 7b G2 tablet
ViewSonic ViewPad 10E tablet
Huawei S7 Pro MediaPad tablet
Tablo 7 tablet
Skypad Alpha 2 tablet

Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT review

2012-03-14T04:32:00.001-07:00

Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT tennis racket review - price, features and specs of the amazing Babolat Pure Drive 107 GT tennis racket

Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT is a professional tennis racket used by the former world N1 Andy Roddick. This racket offers good control and amazing power level. The Pure Drive GT will suit best to players who like to stay mostly on the baseline and produce powerful shots. It is much dedicated to aggressive playing style and for players who search for fast winner shots.

The Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT has a 645 sq.cm./100 sq.in. head size and 685 mm./27 in. in length.
The Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT weighs around 315g and is and the balance point is 9pts head light.
The stringing pattern of the Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT is 16x19.
The Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT is made of Graphite / Tungsten material which is very strong and durable.

There are three key technologies which are used in the Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT - Cortex, Woofer and Graphite Tungsten (GT).
For 2012 the Pure Drive Roddick GT is offered in metallic black with white stripes instead of the blue color scheme of the previous generation.
The price of the Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT is very competitive. It can be found in tennis stores for around $200.

Babolat Pure Drive Roddick GT review - video

In conclusion we should say the Pure Drive Roddick GT is an amazing racket but make sure this is exactly the type of racket you need because it suits best to a specific type of players with mostly aggressive game play.

Samsung Series 7 Slate 700T1A-A01 tablet review

2012-03-13T05:04:00.001-07:00

Samsung Series 7 Slate tablet review - price, features and specifications of the Samsung Series 7 Slate 700T1A-A01 tablet

Samsung Series 7 Slate is a high-end tablet computer which offers great performance very close to a desktop PC. The Samsung Series 7 Slate comes with a large 11.6" and a choice of either 64GB SSD or 128GB SSD internal memory. The Samsung Series 7 Slate amazing performance wouldn't be possible without the powerful Intel Core i5 processor. The Series 7 Slate 700T1A-A01 comes with the comes with the 2467M version of the Intel Core i5 which is rated at 1.6 GHz (2.3 max turbo frequency and 3MB L3 cahce) and it is a dual-core of course.

The fast processor is combined with a Intel HD Graphics 3000 for better graphics performance. It is a shared memory graphics but definitely one of the best used in a tablet. As a result HD video performance and gaming are brought to the next level in mobile computing.

The Samsung Series 7 Slate 700T1A-A01 is offered with the massive for a tablet 4GB of DDR3 RAM. The cost of course would be a faster battery drain but it is definitely worth it having this much RAM on board.
Samsung Series 7 Slate tablets use a 11.6-inch 16- million colors LCD screen with Samsung's SuperBright™ technology which offers much brighter images than other LCD scrrens. The size of the screen is big enough for using the Series 7 Slate as a multimedia device. Your business applications and office experience will be used with easy with the help of the huge on-screen keyboard.
Connectivity options in Samsung Series 7 Slate 700T1A-A01 are more than generous. You can easily access the web via the built-in 802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN and connect with other devices with the help of V3.0 high speed Bluetooth.
Samsung Series 7 Slate 700T1A-A01 also has one USB port and one HDMI port.
Samsung Series 7 Slate tablets are equipped with two cameras - 2MP HD front facing camera and a 3MP HD rear camera. They are both good enough for stills and for videos as well.
The greatest thing about the Samsung Series 7 Slate tablets is that they come with Windows 7 operating system which means your choice of programs and applications is the same as on your desktop PC. Having this in mind and the size of the device that is quite an achievement in tablet world.
The optional accessories for this tablet include stylus pen, dock, keyboard and cover stand.
As for the price the Samsung Series 7 Slate tablets are not cheap. But considering the technological advantages of these tablets some may consider them a real bargain. You can find the Series 7 Slate 700T1A-A01 tablet for around a $1000 which actually is quite an amazing deal.
So if you are searching for a big screen tablet with exceptional features and performance I would definitely recommend you to check the Samsung Series 7 Slate tablet. And if you don't find the right one for you a brand new series of Samsung high-end tablets is coming soon.

Samsung Series 7 Slate review - video

Samsung Series 7 Slate tablet dimensions:
11.66 x 7.24 x 0.51 in (296.16 x 183.89 x 12.95 mm)
Weight: 1.98 lbs (0.89 kg)

2012 Hyundai Accent test drive and review

2012-03-13T00:09:00.004-07:00

2012 Hyundai Accent test drive and review - price, features and specs of the all new 2012 2012 Hyundai Accent

The latest version of the Hyundai Accent (also called Hyundai i25 and Verna ) received a major redesign and now it looks and drives as a more upmarket vehicle. The 2012 Hyundai Accent shares the same platform as the Kia Rio and that is pretty obvious. The two cars are very similar in terms of looks and driving characteristics.
The new Accent will also use the same powerplant - 1.6 liter engine (138-hp and 123-ft. of torque) with either 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission. For other locations different than North American market the new Accent will be also offered with a 1.4 petrol engine producing 109-hp.

The exterior of the 2012 Accent has a lot of the styling features of the bigger Elantra. The car looks much better than the previous generation which has this typical Asian car looks.
The 2012 Hyundai Accent is offered in either a 4-door sedan or 5-door hatchback version.
The interior of the new Accent is also improved, with good ergonomics and enough space for four adults the car feels bigger than a sub-compact vehicle.
The dashboard layout is simple and functional and all the controls are easy to use.
As it looks the new 2012 Hyundai Accent has a lot of good features. The price is also acceptable and considering the good fuel economy the Accent can achieve than it may be considered a pretty good deal in this car segment.

2012 Hyundai Accent test drive - video

2012 Hyundai Accent test drive and review

Kia Rio 2012

Kia Rio 2012 test drive and review

2012-03-12T01:55:00.001-07:00

Kia Rio 2012 test drive and review

Today at For consumers blog we are going to take a closer look at the 2012 Kia Rio.
First of all we should say the new redesigned Rio looks awesome. It now ha much more settled looks and sporty design and feels more upmarket in general. The 5-door Rio is a small car but the way the interior space is used it could easily fit four adults and a fair amount of luggage.

For the 2012 model Kia Rio is offered with 1.6 petrol engine producing 138-hp and 123-ft. of torque. This engine is shared with the new Hyundai Accent which is produced on the same platform as the 2012 Kia Rio. With this engine the Rio achieves great fuel economy with both the 6-speed automatic and the 6-speed manual gearboxes.
The interior of the new Rio is well laid out with stylish design features on the dash but you can still find some cheap plastics around the cabin. A very nice entertainment system with iPod and Aux integration is offered for a few bucks more or standard in higher trims.
As I said luggage space is more than generous for a car of this size.
The price of the 2012 Kia Rio is somewhere in the middle of this class. Depending on the trim level you choose the new Rio will cost you around $18 000 which is not the cheapest in this price segment but considering the qualities of the car and the long warranty it is probably one of the best deals for a new sub-compact car.

2012 Kia Rio test drive - video

Head YOUTEK IG Speed tennis racket review

2012-03-11T14:31:00.002-07:00

Head YOUTEK IG Speed tennis racket review

Head YOUTEK IG Speed 18x20 is the racket that helped the current world number one in the world Novak Djokovic achieve his best results.

The YOUTEK IG Speed is a 100 sq. inch tennis racket that weighs around 326g. It is made by some of the most sophisticated materials in tennis world. The YOUTEK IG Speed composition includes graphite and the patented d3o and Innegra technologies. The d3o is a 'smart' material that reacts differently depending on the player's style and adapts during the game. This gives more control and feel during game play. The Innegra material inserted in the frame reduces the unwanted vibrations to the absolute minimum. This gives the player more confidence and reduces the risk of some possible injuries.
As this is a more control oriented racket you can expect from the Head YOUTEK IG Speed the greatest serves ever but if you have a fast and heavy swing you won't lack power at any situation on the court.
Volleys with the Head YOUTEK IG Speed are precise and significantly easier on the player than most professional rackets.
As as a conclusion we should say the Head YOUTEK IG Speed is an amazing racket but you better try it before buying because this is a very expensive racket after all. You can find it in tennis stores for a bit over $200.

Head YOUTEK IG Speed review (by Novak Djokovic) - video

Head YOUTEK IG Speed 18x20 specifications:
Head size: 100 sq. in. (645 sq. cm.)
Length: 27 in. (68,5 cm)
Power Level: Low (more control)
String pattern: 18x20
Weight: 315 g
Material: Graphite including d30 and Innegra

Test drive Skoda Superb

2012-03-10T13:15:00.001-08:00

Test drive Skoda Superb- video test drive and review Skoda Superb 2011

The second generation of the Skoda Superb is one of the most awarded cars in last few years. The car offers enormous interior and luggage space and built quality that is way over this car's price. The simple and elegant design suits to almost anyone and that's probably one of the reasons the new Superb attracts so many customers. It is not a surprise that some people prefer the Superb over premium cars like the Mercedes E-class or the Audi A6.
The second generation Superb is offered with various petrol and diesel engines but we would not recommend you the smallest diesel because of the lack of power (this is quite a big and heavy car after all). Take a look at the quick test drive and review of the 2011 Skoda Superb and decide if you may consider it as your next car.

Test drive Skoda Superb - video

HP G72-B66 laptop review

2012-03-10T08:43:00.000-08:00

HP G72-B66nr laptop review - price, features and specifications of the HP G72-B66nr laptop

If you prefer the advantage of having a big 17-inch screen on your mobile computer but you don't want to spend a lot of money than you should definitely check the HP G72-B66nr notebook.
This laptop is the perfect solution for those who are still wondering if it is worth compromising with a 15.6" laptop if it used mainly on the desktop at home or in the office. This desktop replacement is the answer to your needs for big display.

The HP G72-B66nr has a fast 2.4GHz Intel Core i3-370M Processor, 4GB DDR3 of RAM and a massive 500GB hard drive. The good thing about this processor is not only that is dual-core but it also supports 4-way multi-task processing.
The 17.3” HD (1600 x 900) LED display with BrightView technology offers great picture and low energy consumption.
The Intel UMA HD graphics in the HP G72-B66nr is good enough for most game and perfect for home entertainment (movies, Internet etc.).
HP G72-B66nr has an amazing connectivity options including 802.11b/g/n WLAN, Ethernet LAN, 3 USB ports and an HDMI port. Integrated 5-in-1 Digital media card reader is also available in this laptop.
The optical drive of the HP G72-B66nr laptop is a Double Layer SuperMulti 8X DVD±R/RW.
As for the sound the HP G72-B66nr has an amazing Altec Lansing stereo speakers which provide nice clear sound and they are loud enough for listening to music (more powerful than most laptops).
The HP G72-B66nr laptop comes with pre-installed Windows 7 operating system and many software applications including HP Set Up, HP Support Assistant, HP Barnes and Noble e-reader and some others.
As you see the HP G72-B66nr has great technology features but the greatest thing about this laptop is its price. Currently it is sold in US for $450. Packed with all these features and specs this laptop deal may be considered a real bargain.

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 tablet review

2012-03-08T23:39:00.001-08:00

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 tablet review - price, features and specifications of the Lenovo IdeaPad K1 tablet

IdeaPad K1 is a powerful stylish tablet by Lenovo

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 is a slim and stylish tablet using the Android 3.1 operating system.
The IdeaPad K1 has a 10.1" HD Touch-Sensitive Screen with 1280 x 800 resolution. The screen is bright and images appear nice and clear even in daylight conditions.
The IdeaPad K1 is not only good looking but a very powerful tablet as well. It has a fast 1.0GHz dual-core ARM Cortex-A9 on the NVIDIA Tegra T20 chipset and 1GB DDR2 RAM. These make the tablet very fast and responsive and working with most applications is a real joy.

The NVIDIA GeForce GPU (with Flash support) and the amazing multi-touch HD screen make the gaming experience on this tablet one of the best in this price segment.
As for the connectivity options the IdeaPad K1 is very well equipped. With built-in 802.11b/g/n WiFi support and Bluetooth connection this Lenovo won't have connection problems in any situation. It also hosts a Mini HDMI connector and microSD card reader.
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 has two digital cameras on board. The front facing camera has a 2Mp sensor and the more capable is the rear side camera with 5Mp.
The IdeaPad K1 has built-in stereo speakers for better media experience.
Lenovo IdeaPad K1 comes with either 16GB or 32GB built-in memory.

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 tablet review - video

Lenovo IdeaPad K1 dimensions:
Width: 7.4-inch
Depth: 0.5-inch
Height: 10.4-inch
Weight: 1.7 lb

The price of the Lenovo IdeaPad K1 is very reasonable. It is offered for around $320 and you can find it in UK for as low as £270. Considering all the features the IdeaPad K1 has this may be considered as a real bargain.

Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU TV

2012-03-08T10:00:00.001-08:00

Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU LCD TV review - price, features and specifications of the Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU LED LCD TV

If you are searching for a nice 32-inch LED TV that offers great picture for an affordable price than you may consider buying the Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU TV. It is definitely not the cheapest 32-inch LCD TV on the market but the quality of this particular TV is just great.
First of all the TV has a nice design and will suit almost any interior. On the bottom part of the KDL-32EX523BU there is a polished aluminium stripe that gives it very stylish look.
But looks are not the most important things in a TV. Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU offers you quality Full HD picture that is going to make the home cinema experience with this TV just great.

Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU TV

The slim Edge LED screen has the great advantage of offering amazing detailed picture while energy consumption is very low.
Here are Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU TV specifications:
Screen size: 32
Screen type: LED
Wireless: via dongle (not included)
HD Ready 1080p
USB video playback
Pixel Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Refresh Rate: 50
SRS/DSP Surround Sound
Scart sockets
Connections/Ports: Component video connection, Composite video connection, 4 HDMI connections, Headphone socket, RGB PC Input
Remote Control
Wall mountable
Pedestal stand included:
HD Freeview

Sony Bravia KDL-32EX523BU price - this TV can be found in UK tech stores for around £400

2012 Geneva motor show

2012-03-07T12:06:00.004-08:00

2012 Geneva motor show

Geneva Motor Show 2012

So what's new for the Geneva motor show 2012.
First of all we have a new car of the year - the Opel Ampera /Chevrolet Volt won the 2012 Car of the year prize. The other finalist in the competition were Citroën DS 5, Ford Focus, Fiat Panda, Volkswagen Up, Range Rover Evoque and the new Toyota Yaris.

Opel Ampera - Car of the year 2012

The 82nd international motor show in Geneve will be the place for a debut for many new models.
Ferrari is expected to reveal the F12 Berlinetta (a.k.a F620 GT).
Audi will present the successor of the A3. The new model has all the typical Audi looks and amazing built quality.
Jaguar is expected to present their new Sportbrake version of the XF model. That's the first Jaguar wagon car after the X-type which was not a success at all.

Jaguar XF Sportbrake

And if you want something not so traditional you should definitely check the new all electric Tesla Model X.
Geneva Motor Show 2012 will keep its doors open for visitors from 8 till 18 March so don't hesitate to visit it, there will be plenty of new and interesting automotive stuff. Tickets are available on site (50 % discount on all entry tickets sold on site after 4 p.m) and online as well .

Superpad 2 tablet review

2012-03-07T08:35:00.001-08:00

Superpad 2 tablet review - price, features, specifications and full video review of the Android Superpad 2 tablet

When Flytouch first presented their Superpad tablet it was like the new kid on the block, something with name and design familiar to the iPad but with much lower price and questionable performance. Now the Superpad tablet is well known in tablet world and that's why we are going to take a closer look at the Superpad 2 with Android 2.3 operating system and fast 1GHz processor.
As previously mentioned Superpad tablets have design very similar to the one of the Apple's iPad but the Superpad 2 is much thicker and a bit heavier.
The Superpad 2 has a large 10.2-inch 1024X600 touchscreen display which does not offer the greatest picture quality you may expect but it is OK for a tablet in this price range.
Thanks to the 1 GHz processor 512MB DDR RAM the Superpad 2 runs smoothly with most applications. It cannot be compared to the iPad 2 or the Galaxy Tab but it will get the job done with ease.
The Superpad 2 offers various connection options - 2 USB ports, mini HDMI and a MicroSD are all available with this tablet.

Connecting to the Internet is easy with the built-in WiFi 802.11 b/g and Ethernet port. Superpad 2 does not have a built-in GPS receiver but additional GPS antenna is available for those who need this tablet for navigation.
Audio options of the Superpad 2 include headphone jack and a mic. The built in speakers provide crisp sound but they are far from exceptional.
An additional feature of the Superpad 2 is the built-in front facing camera which comes as a surprise for a tablet in this price segment.
Superpad 2 tablet review - video

The Android 2.3 operating system works great on the Superpad 2 and is probably the most suitable for this tablet.
As I said earlier the price of the Superpad 2 is low and the tablet is very affordable. You can find this tablet on the US market for around $160 which is quite good.
As a conclusion we should say that the Superpad 2 is not a cutting edge device but it is priced well and time will show if it is going to survive against the growing cheap tablets invasion.

Check the rest of our cheap tablet reviews:
Flytouch Superpad 3
SuperPad VI
MID M1006 Superpad tablet
Zenithink Zepad ZT102
Ainol Novo 7 Paladin tablet
Archos Arnova 7b G2 tablet
ViewSonic ViewPad 10E tablet
Huawei S7 Pro MediaPad tablet
Tablo 7 tablet
Skypad Alpha 2 tablet

Peugeot 508 test drive

2012-03-07T02:06:00.001-08:00

Peugeot 508 test drive and review

Today we are going to take a look at Peugeot's brand new sedan 508. It replaces two of the brand outgoing models (the 407 and the 607) combining it into one new model that is bigger and more upmarket than the 407 but not as luxurious as the 607 limousine.

The new 508 has a nice elegant exterior with dynamic profile which suits perfect to the car. The front is typical Peugeot with massive grill and aggressive headlights. The rear of the 508 is muscular and gives the car more settled look.

The interior of the 508 is very roomy and will fit five adults in comfort. The built quality and the materials of the instruments feel solid. All switches are easy to use and the board computer/navigation unit is easy to operate thanks to the many preset buttons on the dash.

Peugeot 508 has one of the nicest interiors in its class

Peugeot 508 is very well equipped and even the entry levels include all electric assists, climate control some others that usually cost extra in this price segment.
The 508 comes with the choice of four petrol and four diesel engines starting from 112hp with the smallest diesel up to 204hp for the 2.2HDI. PSA will offer Peugeot with a hybrid engine as well - the newly developed HYbrid4 diesel-electric hybrid system.
Gearbox choices include 5 and 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic.
Fuel consumption of most Peugeot 508 models is very good and covers the Euro5 standards.
The 508 will be offered in an estate version (508 SW) and a crossover RXH model.

Peugeot 508 SW

In conclusion we should say that the new Peugeot 508 is very well made car, offering good comfort and interior space as well as very good list of engine choices. The price of the new 508 is very competitive too and does not push the limits of the customers in this price segment.

Peugeot 508 test drive - video

Citroen DS4 consumer report

2012-03-06T12:40:00.001-08:00

Citroen DS4 consumer report - test drive and review Citroen DS4

It has been quite some time since Citroen launched their luxury new DS-series and for some this was a step forward even though the brand was using some tricks from the 1960's.
Citroen DS4 is based on the mid-sized hatchback C4 with some stylish and functional upgrades to make it stand out form the crowd.
The car is elegant and sporty but looks a bit too big and massive and doesn't have the distinctive sporty looks it should probably have.

Citroen DS4 interior is very stylish

The interior of the car is very roomy and offers plenty of space for both front and rear seats. The space for luggage is big enough and you will not lack space for your big suitcases.
Interior space is very functional too, most instruments have a nice touch and are easy to reach. The DS4 is equipped with all possible gadget you may possibly need including many electronic assists, satellite navigation and plenty of others.
Citroen DS4 comes with a choice two diesel and three petrol engines in the DS4 (from 112 PS up to 200 PS)

Citroen DS4 test drive and review - video

HTC Droid Incredible 2 smartphone review

2012-03-06T07:16:00.001-08:00

HTC Droid Incredible 2 smartphone review - price, features and specifications

HTC Droid Incredible 2 is an Android 2.2 based smartphone with 1GHz Qualcomm MSM 8655 processor and 8MP auto-focus camera.
HTC Droid Incredible 2 is a stylish and very capable smartphone. The fast processor and the 4-inch capacitive touch screen make browsing experience easy and smooth. Though it's not the biggest screen on the market it offers good, vivid picture and nice colors. Contrast is not on the brightest side but it is good enough for viewing your content even in sunny daylight conditions.

Droid Incredible 2 comes with a 16GB microSD card (included in the package) so plenty of storage for multimedia is available.
HTC Droid Incredible 2 offers fast (depending on the network of course) 3G connectivity and a quad-band (GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 (Quadband) WCDMA (UMTS)/HSPA 900/2100 CDMA 800/1900) network access.
HTC Droid Incredible 2 has a built-in GPS receiver so plenty of navigation options are available depending on which software suits you best. Many GPS applications can be found in the Android market as well.
The 8 MP camera situated on the rear side of the phone produces good quality images but not as good as a regular point and shoot digital pocket camera. It also offers a 720p HD video recording. There is another 1.3 MP front–facing camera for conference calls and stuff like that.
Basically the HTC Droid Incredible 2 is performing good in almost any aspect - the size and the form-factor are on the smaller side, processor speed is good, the 8MP camera is good enough for a smartphone. The only thing that may push you away form this capable device is its price.
Currently it is offered on the US market for around $430. That may be a bit too high for some customers but if we have to be honest this is the real price for a device with functions and built quality that the HTC Droid Incredible 2 has. The good news is that HTC Droid Incredible 2 is offered with contract form Verizon wireless for only $200.

HTC Droid Incredible 2 review - video

MSI Wind Top AP1920

2012-03-05T00:18:00.001-08:00

MSI Wind Top AP1920 review - price, features and specifications

The MSI Wind Top AP1920 all in one PC is a very interesting device. It combines personal computer and home entertainment in one, including a TV tuner (additional) and few more interesting features.

The MSI Wind Top AP1920 has a very bright and clear 18.5-inch 16:9 wide screen which suits best for the kitchen or kid's room. It's very big so it is not the best solution for watching movies and stuff like that. It will do a great job for a quick browsing of the web (check the e-mail, the morning news etc.) or watching some TV shows in the kitchen while fixing a meal.

The MSI Wind Top AP1920 has an Intel Atom D525 dual core processor and 2GB of RAM which is more than enough power for the stuff we mentioned. The 320GB HDD means you will have plenty of storage for all your favorite multimedia.
Some models of the MSI Wind Top AP1920 come with a Freeview USB TV Tuner which makes the media experience complete.

MSI Wind Top AP1920 specifications:
Processor: Intel Atom D525 Dual Core (1.8GHz, 1MB L2 Cache)
Chipset: Intel NM10 Express
Hard drive: 320GB
Memory: 2GB
Screen: 18.5" (MSI, 1366x768 HD resolution)
Operating system: Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit
Optical drive: DVD Rewriter (Records DVDs 8x & CDs 24x & Dual Layer Super Multi)
Graphics: Integrated (Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150)
Sound: Integrated stereo speakers
Network card: 10/100/1000 Gigabit Fast Ethernet
Wireless LAN: 802.11b/g/n
USB ports: 4x USB 2.0
Card reader: Yes
Integrated webcam: Integrated webcam
Warranty - MSI 2 Year Collect & Return Warranty
In the box: keyboard and mouse

MSI Wind Top AP1920 price
In my mind this interesting all in one PC is quite expensive. It can be found in UK tech stores for around £350 which is a bit too much.

Audi A1 test drive and review

2012-03-04T09:49:00.002-08:00

Audi A1 test drive and review

Audi A1 has a modern cool profile

Audi A1 is one of the newest members in Audi's model family. It is a compact vechicle which will compete against other stylish small cars like the Mini, Fiat 500 and Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Audi A1 has the distinctive looks of most Audi cars but there are new design features that make it a bit different from what we've seen so far. The car has a profile similar to the one of a Fiat 500 but the A1 looks more muscular and settled than the Italian.
Audi A1 has very ellegant and functional interior with some typical for Audi design elements like the air vents and some other elements on the dash.
Audi A1 is offered with plenty of engine choices - four petrol and three diesel. The 1.2 TFSI is the smallest of all and the biggest and most powerful are the 2.0 TFSI and the 2.0 TDI.

These engines ar coupled with either a 5-speed manual or 6 and 7-speed autoamtic gearboxes.
All engines will feature the eco friendly start-stop system and energy recuperation system.
The price of the A1 is a bit too high considering its size but it is not any small car, it's a modern and funcional part to your lifestyle. Depending on the model the A1 reaches prices of more than 20,000 Euro.

Audi A1 test drive and review - video

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V camera review

2012-03-04T06:35:00.001-08:00

Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-HX100V camera review - price, features, specifications and video test

Sony digital cameras are among the best cameras currently offered on the market. We have reviewed few models so far and all of them performed very well and some of them even exceptional (like the DSC-HX9V). Today we are going to review the Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V which is very capable digital camera that has it all - huge zoom, full HD video recording, amazing 3.0-inch display, 3D and Sweep panorama modes and very good image stabilization.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V specifications:
Effective pixels: 16.2 million
ISO rating: Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Shutter speed: Min 30 sec; Max-1/4000 sec
Zoom: 27 mm(W) -810 mm (30 x)(T),Digital: 7x
Movie modes (Full HD 1080p): 1920 x 1080, 1440 x 1080, 1280 x 720 ,640 x 480 @ 30 fps
Storage: SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage included: 19 MB
Display: 3-inch moving LCD
Battery:Lithium-Ion NP-FH50 battery
Dimensions: 122 x 87 x 93 mm (4.8 x 3.43 x 3.66 in)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V unboxing video

What's in the box:
- Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V camera
- NP-FH50 H-Series Info-Lithium battery pack
- USB Charger (AC-UB10/10B) and USB cable
- Power cord
- Neck strap
- instructions CD (with software included)

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V price: around $520

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V video test (with zoom)

What we think of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V is an amazing digital camera offered at a very good price and if you don't mind bigger-sized digital cameras this one is probably just the best choice for you.

Archos Arnova 7b G2 tablet review

2012-03-04T02:01:00.003-08:00

Archos Arnova 7b G2 tablet review - price, features and specs

Archos Arnova 7b G2 is a 7-inch tablet with 1GHz ARM Cortex A8 chipset, 512MB of RAM and 8GB for storage.

The 7-inch capacitive multitouch screen has a resolution of 800 x 480 and offers good view but nothing exceptional. Colors are vivid but not too bright and crystal clear.
The ARM Cortex A8 processor suits great for a tablet of this price range. Processing speed is good and together with the 512MB of RAM the Arnova 7b G2 performs very well with most applications.
Archos Arnova 7b G2 uses the Android 2.3 operating system so you can enjoy most of the apps form the Android market.
The connectivity of the Arnova 7b G2 is provided by WiFi (802.11 b/g) adapter. This is a slight disappointment as most of the latest tablets support WiFi N wireless networking but 802.11 b/g will be fine for most users.
The Arnova 7b G2 is 3G ready and with the help of an additional external 3G stick you can easily have 3G connectivity.
There is a VGA camera no the front side of the tablets which together with the WiFi support makes conference calls easy.
Archos Arnova 7b G2 hosts a micro USB 2.0 port and a micro SD card slot (SDHC compatible).
The tablet has a G-sensor as well.
The Arnova 7b G2 is great for video entertainment as it supports HD (1080p) video playback.
The dimensions of the Arnova 7b G2 are not as compact as possible when talking for a 7-inch tablet. It is quite thick but it is very nice to hold and has much better feel than most of the thinnest tablets.
As for the price Archos Arnova 7b G2 is a class leader. It is very affordable offered at around a £100 in UK and about $120 in the US.
As a conclusion we should say the Archos Arnova 7b G2 is a very good budget 7-inch tablet. There's nothing exceptional in it but it offers good performance and the price is fair too.

Archos Arnova 7b G2 review - video

Archos Arnova 7b G2 specifications:
Processor: 1 GHz ARM Cortex A8
RAM: 512MB
Built-in memory: 8GB
Screen: 7-inch capacitive multitouch
Operating System: Android 2.3
Connectivity: WiFi (802.11 b/g) wireless networking
Operating system: Android 2.3
Ports: 1x micro USB, micro SD card slot, audio out
Extra: front camera, mic, speaker, G-sensor
Battery: Lithium-Polymer battery
Dimensions: Width 205 mm, Depth 119 mm, Height 12.6 mm
Weight: 350 g

Samsung B2230HD LCD HDTV monitor

2012-03-03T14:09:00.002-08:00

Samsung B2230HD LCD HDTV monitor review - price, features and specifications

Samsung B2230HD is a 21.5-inch falt panel LCD HDTV monitor with 1080p capability. It offers great picture quality in a relatively small sized LCD monitor.
It comes with a DTV tuner and Samsung remote control.
Here are Samsung SyncMaster B2230HD main specifications:
Screen size: 21.5-inch
Max. resolution: 1920x1080
Display format: 1080p
Response time: 5ms
Connector: USB, D-sub, DVI-D, HDMI, Component, Optical out, DTV tuner, Audio in, Headphone out
Dimensions WxHxD: 22.1" x 17.19" x 7.76" with stand
Weight: 12.35 pounds

Samsung B2230HD features: Built-in DTV (ATSC) tuner
Sound: Dolby Digital Plus Pulse, DTS 2.0, optical digital sound (SPDIF), video (CVBS), component,
HDMI (v1.3), supporting 1080p input

Samsung B2230HD price: around $150

Mercedes C-Class Coupe test drive

2012-03-03T07:17:00.001-08:00

Mercedes C-Class Coupe test drive and review

Mercedes C-class is one of the most popular mid-sized sedans in the world. Together with the BMW 3-series and Audi A4 the C-class dominates the business class car segment.
Last year the latest generation C-class received a major facelift for its whole model range and now it has more dynamic exterior and much more luxurious and well laid out interior.
Mercedes decided to add a sport coupe to the model line as well. The new C-class coupe will best suit young Mercedes customers who like the sporty look of the coupe.
Today we are going to show you a short test drive and review of the new Mercedes C-class Coupe which has a very powerful and sporty AMG version as well (5.5 bi-turbo engine producing 451bhp).

Mercedes C-Class Coupe test drive - video

Acer Aspire 5749 laptop review

2012-03-03T01:06:00.001-08:00

Acer Aspire 5749 laptop price, specs and review

Acer Aspire 5749 is powerful and yet very affordable laptop computer. It has 15.6-inch HD LED monitor and fast Intel i3-2330M Dual Core processor. With 6GB(DDR3) of RAM and 750 GB of storage memory the Aspire 5749 is definitely not short of memory.
Acer Aspire 5749 is a perfect all-round laptop with good battery life of up to 4 hours of active use with one charge.

Acer Aspire 5749

Here are Acer Aspire 5749 main specifications (may vary depending on specific model):
- ProcessorIntel® Core™ i3-2330M Dual Core (2.2GHz, Intel Sandy Bridge Architecture, 3MB cache
- 6GB (DDR3) RAM
- Hard Drive: 750GB
- Optical Drive: DVD Rewriter (Records DVDs 8x & CDs 24x & Dual Layer Super Multi)
- Graphics: Integrated (Intel® HD 3000 Graphics with up to 1274MB Shared Memory)
- Display: 15.6" (Acer CineCrystal, 1366x768 HD, High Brightness)
- Operating system: Windows 7 Home Premium Edition 64-bit
- Wireless (802.11b/g/n Wireless)
- Integrated Webcam with Microphone
- Integrated sound system with 2 stereo speakers
- Ports: 1x External VGA Port,1x HDMI Port, Kensington lock slot, 3x USB 2.0 ports, 2-in-1 card reader ( SD, MMC )
- Charge time: about 2.5 Hours
- 12 Months Acer Collect & Return warranty
- Battery life: around 4 hours
- Weight: around 2.4 kg

Acer Aspire 5749 price
The Aspire 5749 is currently offered in UK tech stores at a very good price. You can find it for around £450 depending on some extras.