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Cooler Master Cosmos II Extreme Gaming Ultra Tower Case Review

2012-01-26T14:02:00.000-05:00

The COSMOS II Ultra Tower features a streamlined design accentuated by a pair of distinctive handles like on other. Adding to its uniqueness is the smooth brushed aluminum side panels which unlock and swing open like the doors of a luxurious race-car.

Hidden behind the front slide cover lies a stack of hot-swappable drive bays. The black interiors provide enough space for oversized XL-ATX System Boards equipped with 4 double width graphics accelerators. A second slide cover on top hides the Advanced Control Panel to manage up to 10 fans and their respective LED lights. The combination of its elegant looks, numerous expansion options and features make the COSMOS II a "Dream Case".

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Cooler Master Choiix Wake Up Folio iPad 2 Smart Case Review

2012-01-25T08:20:00.000-05:00

Built to be a seamless protective accessory, the Wake Up Folio acts and a smart cover for all sides of the iPad™ 2. A microfiber inner lining ensures that your tablet remains secure while the premium build quality of the exterior protects against scratches and scuffs from daily use.

Video Review

Cooler Master Choiix Wave Stand for Tablets

2012-01-20T12:27:00.000-05:00

Wave Stand is constructed from high quality aluminum. It is a foldable universal tablet stand that is designed with a dial wheel function for quick adjustment. The central arm is easily adjusted to meet a user’s needs. Through this, PC users will be able to find a viewing angle that is similar to their home screen. This allows a user to have the ability to achieve a natural view in landscape or portrait orientations.

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NZXT Switch 810 Full Tower Case Review

2012-01-17T19:57:00.000-05:00

The latest flag ship model case from NZXT - The Swicth 810 hopes to repeat the success of its Phantom Series case designs, with innovation and design. NZXT unveiled the Switch 810 ATX full tower chassis (model: CA-SW810-W1) at CES 2012. However for those who could not attend, no worries, PCWizKid has it here for a closer look. The Switch 810 uses many of the "sharp angles" design elements of the Phantom series. It is characterized by a large acrylic window on its side panel to show your awesome hardware. Its name "Switch 810" refers to its unique hybrid options optimized for extreme liquid cooling, airflow, or silence, enabling enthusiasts to swicth techniques used.

NZXT ensures maximum expandability with two removable HDD cages with a potential of up to 7 HDDs equipped with two pivoting 120/ 140mm fans that direct airflow at 40 ⁰ to the VGA and CPU. There are 9 expansion slots for installing EATX motherboards with Quad SLI, or Triple crossfire. Multimedia access is optimized with high speed dual USB 3.0, a hard drive dock, and an SD card reader.

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Is your Web Browser HTML5 Ready?

2012-01-04T15:21:00.000-05:00

Is your web browser HTML5 Ready? Find out , watch PCWizKid's Video Review on Browser support for HTML5 currently today.

2012 Technology Predictions and Expectations

2011-12-31T08:51:00.000-05:00

As we expand our use and dependency on Technology in 2012, PCWizKid has put together some obvious and not so obvious Tech predictions for 2012.

Google Search Easter Eggs

2011-12-28T08:31:00.000-05:00

What easter eggs do you know for Google Search?

Here are a few fun ones that you probably never knew existed!

Fast Charging your iPod iPhone iPad Blackberry or Android Battery

2011-12-28T08:29:00.000-05:00

Whta do you use to charge your mobile device, mp3 player or ipod? Is it fast enough to fully charge?

Here is a suggested method PC users use to charge their iPod which can be of benefit for some.

AMD Catalyst 12.1 Preview Drivers Released

2011-12-13T09:28:00.000-05:00

AMD Catalyst 12.1 Preview Drivers Released, Support HD 7900 Series

AMD today released its latest unofficial drivers, Catalyst 12.1 Preview. Surprisingly, this release comes ahead of the month's scheduled WHQL-signed release, Catalyst 11.12 WHQL. According to sources, 12.1 Preview is the first driver that provides early (read: rough-on-the-edges) support for AMD's next generation Radeon HD 7900 series graphics cards, scheduled for launch on the 9th of January, 2012. That apart, Catalyst 12.1 brings the following changes to the table:

AMD HD3D technology support enhancement

o Enables support for AMD HD3D technology in conjunction with AMD CrossFireX configurations

o Delivers a new Stereo 3D mode over HDMI 1.4a connections - 1080p at 30Hz is now enabled on supported displays.

AMD Catalyst Control Center / Vision Engine Control Center enhancements – Application Profiles

o AMD Catalyst 12.1 Preview driver enables users to create per application profiles to individually control 3D and CrossFireX settings for Direct3D applications

o Please be sure to select the “Restore Factory Defaults” option under the Catalyst

Control Center Preferences menu before using the new application profiles feature – this ensures there are no compatibility issues between previous drivers and the new AMD Catalyst 12.1 Preview driver with regards to application profiles

AMD Catalyst Control Center / Vision Engine Control Center enhancements – Video UI improvements

o AMD Catalyst 12.1 Preview driver includes user interface enhancements to simply adjustment of video color and video quality controls

Performance highlights of the AMD Catalyst 12.1 Preview driver (in addition to the AMD Catalyst 11.11c performance driver)

o Improves performance (10%) in Elder Scrolls: Skyrim when Multi-Sample Anti-Aliasing is enabled on the AMD Radeon HD 6900 Series for single GPU and AMD CrossFireX configurations

DOWNLOAD: AMD Catalyst 12.1 Preview

RAIDMAX VIPER - Mid Tower Gaming Case Video Review

2011-12-09T09:46:00.000-05:00

RAIDMAX announced the new VIPER case which features tool-free installation and advanced cable management. The case is available in three colors (black, white and red) and comes with a price tag that's a penny shy of $60. Other key features include nine drive bays, five of which are external, space for seven expansion cards, three 120mm fans, and USB 3.0. Expect the new VIPER case to be available in early October.

SPECIFICATIONS

BASIC SPECIFICATION

EXTERNAL DRIVE BAYS:4 X 5.25", 1 X 3.5"

INTERNAL DRIVE BAYS:4 X 3.5" H.D.

SYSTEM BOARD:10” X 12” MAX SIZE ATX FORM FACTOR / MICRO ATX

EXPANSION SLOTS:STANDARD ATX 7 SLOTS

I/O PORTS:1 X USB3.0 + 1 X USB2.0 / 2 x AUDIO

DIMENSIONS:521(L) X 185(W) X 445(H)mm
COOLING SYSTEM

FRONT:1 X 120mm blue LED fan

SIDE:1 x 120mm blue LED fan (optional)

BACK:1 x 120mm Black frame with Black leaves fan

TOP:None
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Web Browsers Tuorials and Reviews Compilation

2011-12-04T20:47:00.000-05:00

PCWizKid s Top 5 Google Chrome Browser Addons

2011-12-04T11:55:00.000-05:00

Google Chrome is gaining momentum with support of addons and extensions. PCWizKid shows you a 2011 Top 5 Chrome extensions everyone should have

Black Friday, Cyber Monday Holiday Gift Guide 2011 Tech Deals

2011-11-21T19:31:00.004-05:00

PCWizKid's Tech Talk gives expert advice in our video reviews, so why not also save you money with your holiday shopping. There are some interesting sales and promotions, which are more aggressive and competitive in 2011 than ever before which we would like to share with you below.
At the same time, if your planning on saving yourself the trip to a mall or a long lineup at the big box store, you can safely do all your purchases online if you know where to go. For this reason, PCWizKid has done some reseach for you here to sav you time on looking where online you can be safe and not sorry with your deal this Cyber Monday or Black Friday.
Now, this being a North American Sale date, we will be posting the links to both Canadian and USA tech deals below.

Black Friday / Cyber Monday for USA residents

First stop is here at Newegg.com where they have a calendar of events online with the sales so you know exactly when at what is available.
Another spot for deals and variety is Amazon's Black Friday Week

For Canadian residents

The equivalent for Canada is here at Newegg.ca where there are deals with free shipping

Looking for the short list of tech related gifts to start with? PCWizKid has rounded up favorites for this holiday season. Click a category below.

Popular Games

Latest PC Hardware sales

LCD/LED Monitors

Printers and Peripherals

Tablets

Browser Wars 5 - Has Firefox 8 finally done it?

2011-11-20T20:24:00.000-05:00

Has Firefox 8 done it yet? Is it the fastest web browser? What's New in this release?

Take look in this quick video review.

Windows 7 Tip - Enable check boxes to select items in windows explorer

2011-11-20T20:06:00.000-05:00

In Windows 7, there is an easier way to select multiple files in Windows Explorer without having to hold down the “Ctrl” or “Shift” key like in Windows XP.

PCWizKid has put together a quick tutorial to show you how to enable checkboxes quickly in Windows Explorer.

Windows 8 Internet Explorer 10 Sneak Peek

2011-09-22T18:55:00.000-04:00

First Sneak Peek at Internet Explorer 10 which comes included with Windows 8 Developer Preview.

Windows 8 Developer Edition Preview Download and Install

2011-09-18T19:46:00.001-04:00

The Developer Preview is a prebeta version showing off the operating system at its current stage. Though technically designed for developers, no registration is required, so anyone can download and install it.

Related stories:
• Windows 8 debuts at Microsoft Build (live blog)
• An early, first look at Windows 8 (hands-on)
• Take an early tour of Windows 8 (photos)
• Windows 8 to offer both Metro and desktop interface

The Windows 8 Preview is being offered in three different packages--a 64-bit version with various developer tools, a 64-bit version of just the operating system, and a 32-bit version of the OS.

All three come as ISO files--image files of the contents of a CD or DVD. Since each of the packages is several gigabytes in size, you'll need a DVD if you want to burn the files to a disc.

In Windows 7, you can burn the ISO file to a DVD by double-clicking it to open the Windows Disc Image Burner. For older operating systems, you can use a tool such as ISO Recorder to burn the file. Alternatively, you can use such utilities as Virtual CloneDrive or Daemon Tools to "mount" the ISO file as a drive, eliminating the need to burn it onto a disc.

Since this is a prebeta version, you'll want to install the OS on a spare PC or in a virtual environment so that it doesn't interfere with your production or work machine.

Watch the Video first Look Walkthrough installing it

Windows 8 - What's coming Up Next

2011-09-12T14:04:00.000-04:00

Building "Windows 8" - Whats coming up next for 2012?

Watch the video to learn more details:

Cadence 4-bit Binary Watch - Contest Giveaway

2011-09-01T22:08:00.000-04:00

Want to improve your geek cred? Then this is the watch for you. Instead of Arabic or Latin numerals,

the numbers on this dial are 4-bit. binary. This watch is classy enough to wear with on any occasion,

while geeky enough to make a good conversation starter.

Instead of Arabic or Latin numerals, the numbers on this dial are 4-bit. binary. This watch is classy enough to wear with on any occasion,

while geeky enough to make a good conversation starter.

PCWizKid is doing a first, reviewing a geeky watch from Cadence which is right up my alley of gadgets and things I like to collect.

Full contest details here http://pcwizkidstechtalk.com/index.php/4-bit-watch.html

PCWizKid s Graphics Card Giveaway - Summer Contest

2011-08-09T20:29:00.001-04:00

PCWizKid is giving away a new Graphics card. The Radeon HD6770 XOC 1GB + DiRT3 !

Watch the video below for details on how to enter the contest! Contest Ends Aug 20th, 2011, so hurry!

Sapphire AMD Radeon HD6950 2GB DiRT3 Edition Graphics Card Review

2011-07-09T22:56:00.000-04:00

Video Review

Full article review here http://pcwizkidstechtalk.com/index.php/sapphire-6950-dirt3.html

AMD A8-3850 Llano APU First Look Review

2011-07-09T22:45:00.000-04:00

Video Review

Full Review on http://pcwizkidstechtalk.com/index.php/a83850-review.html

PCMark 7 PC Hardware Performance Testing Tool Review

2011-05-12T09:35:00.000-04:00

Today PCMark 7 finally released the new version of their PCMark benchmark. While 3DMark11 tests the videocard fully, PCMark instead aims to test the overall PC Hardware of your system like CPU, Storage and Memory. A free version is available here for download.

PCMARK 7 BASIC EDITION – Free

- Free PC test offering unlimited runs of the main PCMark suiite
- Browse, search and compare results online
- Save one result online

PCMARK 7 ADVANCED EDITION - $39.95

- Includes all 7 PC tests with more than 20 individual workloads
- Browse, search and compare results online
- Unlimited online results storage
- Hide results from public view
- Offline result management
- Advert-free online service

PCMARK 7 PROFESSIONAL EDITION - $995

- Licensed for commercial PC system testing
- Includes all 7 PC tests with more than 20 individual workloads
- Command line automation
- Browse, search and compare results online
- Unlimited online results storage
- Hide results from public view
- Offline result management
- Advert-free online service
- Priority suppor

Video Review

AMD Phenom II X4 980 Black Edition CPU Review

2011-05-03T01:19:00.000-04:00

Earlier this year PCWizKid reviewed the Phenom II X4 975 Black Edition CPU form AMD which builds upon the success of the 965. Today AMD officially releases the Phenom II X4 980 Black Edition desktop CPU which makes it AMD's fasted quad core desktop processor. With a price tag of only $195 USD (MSRP) it is clocked at 3.7GHz. Since it is an unlocked Black Edition processor we look forward to great overclocking potential. The only difference from the 975 BE is 100Mhz increase in 980 BE.

WINDOWS TIP - Save Disk Space after a Service Pack Update

2011-04-21T11:27:00.000-04:00

PCWizKid shows you how to easily save gigs of space using the cleanup tool that comes with Windows to permanently remove the service pack backed up files created during the update. As an example we use Windows 7 SP1 to gain back more hard drive space.