Unbiased Computer Hardware Reviews - ThinkComputers.org http://www.thinkcomputers.org The Place that's All About Computers Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:57:30 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 TC_Contenthttp://feedburner.google.com Techbargains Deals for 2-6-11 http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-6-11/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-6-11/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:05:29 +0000 ThinkComputers News http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6999 OUR FAVORITE DEALS OF THE DAY! • Dell XPS 8300 Intel Core i7-2600 3.4GHz Quad Desktop w/ 24in LED LCD Monitor for $799.99 plus free shipping (normally $1399 – use coupon code: LM?BF7P$FR9KCK). Computers & Peripherals: • 15.6” HP G6 Intel Core i3-2350M 2.3GHz Laptop (4GB/500GB) for $399.99 plus free shipping (normally $579 - use this form). • 13.3” Asus U36JC Intel Core i5-480M Dual-Core Ultra Portable Laptop (0.76in!) for $629.99 plus free shipping (normally $999). • Dell XPS 8300 Intel Core i7-2600 3.4GHz Quad Desktop w/ 24in LED LCD Monitor for $799.99 plus free shipping (normally $1399 – use coupon code: LM?BF7P$FR9KCK). • Sapphire Radeon HD5450 1GB DDR3 HDCP PCI-E Low Profile Video Card for $19.99 plus free shipping (normally $39 – use this form). • Canon ImageClass D420 Laser Multifunction Printer w/ Duplexing for $99.99 plus free shipping (normally $199). Home Entertainment: • 60” Panasonic TC- P60S30 Plasma HDTV (1080p) for $899.99 plus free shipping (normally $1599). • 42” Samsung PN43D490 3D Plasma HDTV (720p) for $469.99 (normally $699). • Energy Take 5 Pack 5CH Home Theater Speaker System for $149.99 plus free shipping (normally $299 – use coupon code: EMCYTZT1133). • Polk Audio DSWPRO 550wi Wireless Subwoofer for $279.99 plus free shipping (normally $499). • Pioneer VSX-921-K 7.1ch 80W/ch 3-D-Ready Home Theater Receiver for $229.99 (normally $449). • Pioneer SP-BS21-LR Bookshelf Speakers (PAIR) for $49.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG64). • Pioneer SW-8 100W Powered Subwoofer (SINGLE) for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG29). • Polk Audio TSi300 Compact Tower Speaker (Single) for $129.00 plus free shipping (normally $199). Personal Electronics: • HP Slate 500 9in 64GB Tablet w/ Intel Z540 1.86GHz & Broadcom Crystal HD & Dock for $499.95 (normally $799). • Nikon Coolpix S8100 12MP 10X Digital Camera (IS, Backlit CMOS Sensor, 1080p Video) for $149.99 (normally $299). • Garmin nuvi 1250 Portable GPS Navigation (3.5in, Text to Speech) for $59.99 plus free shipping (normally $149 – use coupon code: EMCNJGJ84). • Sony Dash HID-B7 Alarm Clock & Internet Dash Board w/ 7in Touchscreen for $69.98 (normally $129).]]> OUR FAVORITE DEALS OF THE DAY!
• Dell XPS 8300 Intel Core i7-2600 3.4GHz Quad Desktop w/ 24in LED LCD Monitor for $799.99 plus free shipping (normally $1399 – use coupon code: LM?BF7P$FR9KCK).

Computers & Peripherals:
• 15.6” HP G6 Intel Core i3-2350M 2.3GHz Laptop (4GB/500GB) for $399.99 plus free shipping (normally $579 – use this form).

• 13.3” Asus U36JC Intel Core i5-480M Dual-Core Ultra Portable Laptop (0.76in!) for $629.99 plus free shipping (normally $999).

• Dell XPS 8300 Intel Core i7-2600 3.4GHz Quad Desktop w/ 24in LED LCD Monitor for $799.99 plus free shipping (normally $1399 – use coupon code: LM?BF7P$FR9KCK).

• Sapphire Radeon HD5450 1GB DDR3 HDCP PCI-E Low Profile Video Card for $19.99 plus free shipping (normally $39 – use this form).

• Canon ImageClass D420 Laser Multifunction Printer w/ Duplexing for $99.99 plus free shipping (normally $199).

Home Entertainment:
• 60” Panasonic TC- P60S30 Plasma HDTV (1080p) for $899.99 plus free shipping (normally $1599).

• 42” Samsung PN43D490 3D Plasma HDTV (720p) for $469.99 (normally $699).

• Energy Take 5 Pack 5CH Home Theater Speaker System for $149.99 plus free shipping (normally $299 – use coupon code: EMCYTZT1133).

• Polk Audio DSWPRO 550wi Wireless Subwoofer for $279.99 plus free shipping (normally $499).

• Pioneer VSX-921-K 7.1ch 80W/ch 3-D-Ready Home Theater Receiver for $229.99 (normally $449).

• Pioneer SP-BS21-LR Bookshelf Speakers (PAIR) for $49.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG64).

• Pioneer SW-8 100W Powered Subwoofer (SINGLE) for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG29).

• Polk Audio TSi300 Compact Tower Speaker (Single) for $129.00 plus free shipping (normally $199).

Personal Electronics:
• HP Slate 500 9in 64GB Tablet w/ Intel Z540 1.86GHz & Broadcom Crystal HD & Dock for $499.95 (normally $799).

• Nikon Coolpix S8100 12MP 10X Digital Camera (IS, Backlit CMOS Sensor, 1080p Video) for $149.99 (normally $299).

• Garmin nuvi 1250 Portable GPS Navigation (3.5in, Text to Speech) for $59.99 plus free shipping (normally $149 – use coupon code: EMCNJGJ84).

• Sony Dash HID-B7 Alarm Clock & Internet Dash Board w/ 7in Touchscreen for $69.98 (normally $129).

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-6-11/feed/ 0 OCZ Synapse Cache 64GB Solid State Drive Review http://www.thinkcomputers.org/ocz-synapse-cache-64gb-solid-state-drive-review/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/ocz-synapse-cache-64gb-solid-state-drive-review/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:00:31 +0000 Bob Buskirk http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6995 The term “caching drive” is something that many people are becoming accustomed to as are we.  We really started seeing these caching drives when Intel came out with their Z68 chipset that allowed you to add a smaller solid state drive to your existing drive, which would increase overall performance.  This is great for people who have an Intel Z68 motherboard, but what about everyone else?  This is where OCZ’s Synapse Cache drive comes in.  It is a SATA 6GB/s solid state drive, but comes with software that allows you to make it a caching drive on any PC system.  Read on as we check it out!

Speical thanks to OCZ for providing us with the Synapse Cache 64GB Solid State Drive to review.

Features & Specifications
- Available in 64GB (32GB) and 128GB (64GB) capacities*
- Interface: SATA 6Gbps / Backwards Compatible 3Gbps
- Use in conjunction with your existing hard drive**
- MLC NAND Flash
- Native TRIM support
- Integrated Dataplex™ caching software
- ECC Recovery, Data Encryption
- Slim 2.5″ Design: 98 x 69.9 x 9.1 mm
- Lightweight: 79g
- Operating Temp: 0°C ~ 70°C
- Ambient Temp: 0°C ~ 55°C
- Storage Temp: -45°C ~ 85°C
- Low Power Consumption: 2.7W Active, 1.5W Idle
- Shock Resistant up to 1500G
- Included 3.5″ Desktop adapter bracket
- Compatible with Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit
- MTBF: 2 million hours
- 3-Year Warranty

64GB Max Performance
- Max Read: up to 550 MB/s
- Max Write: up to 490 MB/s
- Random Write 4k: 75,000 IOPS

Packaging
To give you a great idea of how the Synapse drive comes and a brief overview check out our unboxing video below.

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/ocz-synapse-cache-64gb-solid-state-drive-review/feed/ 0 Kingwin Lazer Platinum 1000W Power Supply Review http://www.thinkcomputers.org/kingwin-lazer-platinum-1000w-power-supply-review/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/kingwin-lazer-platinum-1000w-power-supply-review/#comments Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:00:21 +0000 Greg Baden http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6982 80PLUS Platinum is the highest efficiency rating available for 115V power supplies. Today we’ll be looking at one of the high wattage PSU’s with this certification, the Kingwin Lazer Platinum 1000W Power Supply. Its overall average is 91.27% efficiency, according to 80PLUS. Not only is it efficient, but affordable too. Read on further to find out more information.

Special thanks to Kingwin for providing us with the Lazer Platinum 1000W PSU to review.

Features

  • Model: LZP-1000
  • Support Intel Core i7-980X /Core i7 /Core i5 /Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo &
    AMD Phenom II X6 /Phenom II X4 /Phenom II X3 /Athlon 64 X2 High Performance CPU
  • Compliance with ATX 12V v2.2, EPS 12V v2.91, and SSI EPS 12V v2.92 Specification
  • Crystal Cube Modular Plug w/ Patented Power Connector Cable Management System
    (6 connectors for LZP-550/750, 8 connectors for LZP-850/1000/1200/1300)
  • Hybrid Dual Voltage Automatic Switch System (Patent)
  • Superior Vertical Double Layer Main Transformer (Patent)
  • More than 2,000 Times ON/OFF Test
  • 80 PLUS® Platinum High Efficiency Power Supply Certified
  • Full Range Design from 115V ~ 250V (Active PFC)
  • 50% Load (92% Efficiency),20% Load (90% Efficiency), 100% Load (89% Efficiency)
  • PCI-E (6+2) Pin Connector Satisfy High-End Graphic Card Requirement
  • Over Power/Under Power/Over Voltage/Short Circuit Protections
  • Stable + 12V Current
  • 140MM Fan
  • Intelligent Auto Fan Speed Control
  • Compatible with Crossfire/SLI
  • Two Way Switch Thermal Control System (please refer to manual for detail description)
  • ECO Intelligent Thermal Control System (Patent)

Specifications

Maximum power: 1000 Watts
CPU: Intel Core i7-980X / Core i7 / Core i5 / Core 2 Quad/Core 2 Duo &
AMD Phenom II X6/ Phenom II X4/Phenom II X3/Athlon 64 X2
Efficiency: 50% Load (92% Efficiency); 20% Load (90% Efficiency), 100% Load
(89% Efficiency)
AC Input: Full Range Design from 115V ~ 250V (Active PFC)
Frequency range: 60/50 Hz
Temperature: 0ºC ~ 50ºC
Humidity: 10%-90%
Safety: cTÜVus/TÜV/CB/CE/FCC/CCC/C-Tick/BSMI
Housing color: Black
Unit dimension: 180mm(L) x 150mm(W) x 86mm(H)
Weight: 5.5-6.5 LBS
Noise Level: 25dBA
Fan size: 140 mm Fan

Packaging
The Kingwin Lazer Platinum 1000W comes packaged in a platinum-like package. There’s a large image of the power supply with all of the modular cables plugged in on the front, along with product information, including the 80PLUS Platinum badge.  The back of the package covers the features of the product as well as a chart of the ECO Intelligent Thermal Control System.

Kingwin Lazer Platinum 1000W Power Supply Kingwin Lazer Platinum 1000W Power Supply

To give you a good idea of how the Lazer Platinum 1000W comes check out our unboxing and overview video below.

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/kingwin-lazer-platinum-1000w-power-supply-review/feed/ 0 January 2012 in Review http://www.thinkcomputers.org/january-2012-in-review/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/january-2012-in-review/#comments Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:15:59 +0000 Bob Buskirk http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6988 CES coverage. I think that we did a great job covering CES this year, especially with all of the video coverage. One of my favorite interviews I did at CES was with Bill Owen, make sure you check that out. Besides just CES coverage we did have some great reviews this past month. Out of all of them my favorite was the iBUYPOWER Gamer Paladin XLC Intel X79 Gaming System. It is one awesome system and you can bet we did a lot of gaming on it! Read on to see the rest of the stats for January! ]]> Wow is it February already!? January always seems to go by so quick! January is always a crazy month here at ThinkComputers because of all the CES coverage. I think that we did a great job covering CES this year, especially with all of the video coverage. One of my favorite interviews I did at CES was with Bill Owen, make sure you check that out. Besides just CES coverage we did have some great reviews this past month. Out of all of them my favorite was the iBUYPOWER Gamer Paladin XLC Intel X79 Gaming System. It is one awesome system and you can bet we did a lot of gaming on it! Read on to see the rest of the stats for January!

Popular Content
So what was everyone checking out in January? Let’s take a look…

Traffic Sources

Thanks to all of the sites that post our news!

Post Numbers
We published a total of 60 posts this month, so who posted the most?

Tons of posts!

Stats

Great to see everything going up!

Site Updates
- Added the CES Coverage logo to the top of the site
- Changed our user newsletter to a weekly newsletter (signup)
- You can now disable to video ad on the side of the page

Old Reviews Moved to the New Site
- No old reviews added this month

Remember you can always look at old reviews on the old version of the site!

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/january-2012-in-review/feed/ 0 Unboxing the FSP NB Q90 Notebook Adapter! http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-fsp-nb-q90-notebook-adapter/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-fsp-nb-q90-notebook-adapter/#comments Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:04:15 +0000 Bob Buskirk http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6985 Today we are unboxing a product that may come in handy for a lot of people. When you buy a laptop you really do not take into consideration the size of the power adapter. On some laptops they can be huge and a real pain to carry with you in your laptop bag. FSP has just released the NB Q90 notebook adapter, that not only is nice and small it is a universal adapter that can be used with many different laptops. Read on to check out our unboxing and overview video.

Product Link: Click Here
Provided By: FSP
Information: This NB Q 90 series of universal PC notebook adapter meets CEC (California Energy Commission) & ENERGY STAR LEVEL V standards, (Power Saving < 0.5W & Efficiency > 87%). With only a 18.9mm/0.74″ thickness and the EZ-cable management design, this easy-fit power adapter is perfect for travel convenience. Also, for maximum compatibility and versatility, the NB Q 90 series comes with nine (9) interchangeable I-Point power tip connectors for use with DELL, HP, SONY, IBM, LENOVO, ACER, ASUS, COMPAQ, GATEWAY, HITACHI, TOSHIBA, VIEWSONIC, PANASONIC, FUJITSU, SAMSUNG, NEC, SHARP, LG and more PC notebook models. Please click here for latest compatibility information. Power-Up with confidence, all models come with a standard FSP Quality Assurance Program that provides a direct service guaranteed quality and performance for a period of 3-Year. RoHS, Lead-Free, Green Product (G.P) global environmental friendly status.

FEATURES:
Slim & Sleek design; thickness: 18.9mm/0.74” only
Available in 3 colors: Black, White & Pink
High efficiency > 87% & Power saving < 0.5W
Eco-friendly with Active PFC | ErP Ready
Full range AC input voltage (100-240V)
EZ-cable management
Complete protection: OCP, OVP, SCP, OTP
Compatible with 18-20 Vdc input laptops
Content Included: Adapter Unit/ 9-iPoint Connector Tips /
AC Cord / User’s Manual / Soft Carrying Case / Velcro Cable Tie
9 i-Point Interchangeable DC Output Tips For Maximum Compatibility
with Dell, HP, Sony, IBM, Lenovo, Acer, Asus, Compaq, Gateway,
Hitachi, Toshiba, Viewsonic, Panasonic, Fujitsu, Samsung, NEC,
Sharp, LG and more notebook models.

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-fsp-nb-q90-notebook-adapter/feed/ 0 Unboxing the Kingston Wi-Drive http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-kingston-wi-drive/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-kingston-wi-drive/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:21:22 +0000 Bob Buskirk http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6978 When you think of companies making products for iOS devices Kingston really is not one. We mainly know them for memory and solid state drives. The biggest problem with iOS devices is that you are stuck with the default capacity on the device, there is no way to expand your storage. Kingston knew of this problem and came out with the Wi-Drive. It is wireless storage for you iOS device! You simply connect your device to the wireless AP built into the Wi-Drive and you can stream music, movies and other files to your iOS device. Read on to check out our unboxing and overview video!

Product Link: Click Here
Provided By: Kingston
Information: Kingston’s Wi-Drive is portable, wireless storage for your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Wi-Drive lets you store and share your favorite content with your favorite people. It gives you up to 32GB of added storage for your Apple1 device and lets you share photos, videos, music and more with three users on their own iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Download the free Wi-Drive App from the App StoreSM to access and and easily share the content on your Wi-Drive with Apple devices. Best of all, Wi-Drive is backed by legendary Kingston reliability, 24/7 tech support and a one-year warranty.

- Portable, wireless storage
- Works with iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch
- Share your data with 3 users simultaneously
- Integrated Wi-Fi 802.11g/n; 30-foot range

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-kingston-wi-drive/feed/ 0 Techbargains Deals for 2-3-12 http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-3-12/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-3-12/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:48:33 +0000 ThinkComputers News http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6971 OUR FAVORITE DEAL OF THE DAY! • 128GB Crucial M4 SATAIII 6Gbps 2.5in Solid State Drive for $159.99 plus free shipping (normally $249). Computers & Peripherals: • 15.6” Sony VAIO SE Intel Core i5-2430M 2.4GHz 1080p Laptop (Discrete Graphics) for $879.99 plus free shipping (normally $999). • 128GB Crucial M4 SATAIII 6Gbps 2.5in Solid State Drive for $159.99 plus free shipping (normally $249). • 23” AOC e2351F LED LCD Monitor for $129.99 plus free shipping (normally $169). • Apple Airport Extreme Wireless N Base Station (REFURB, Newest) for $99.99 plus free shipping (normally $179). • 15.6” Sony VAIO SE Intel Core i5-2430M 2.4GHz 1080p Laptop (Discrete Graphics) for $879.99 plus free shipping (normally $999). • 3TB Western Digital Caviar Green Internal SATAIII Hard Drive for $169.99 plus free shipping (normally $219 – use coupon code: EMCNHNH33). • 24” Asus VE247H LED LCD Monitor (2ms, HDMI) for $149.99 plus free shipping (normally $219 – use coupon code: EMCNHNH47 and use this form). • Zotac Geforce GTX 560 Ti 1GB OC Video Card w/ Batman Arkham City Game for $189.99 plus free shipping (normally $234 – use coupon code: XOH54040 and use this form). • Corsair Vengeance 1500 Gaming Headset for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 –use this form). • Clickfree C6 Desktop 2TB Computer Backup External Hard Drive for $129.99 plus free shipping (normally $169 – use coupon code: 2WH2Q1DZ4WTT0H). Home Entertainment: • 55” Dynex DX-55L150A11 LCD HDTV (1080p) for $599.99 (normally $799). • 40” Toshiba 40SL412U LED-Edgelit LCD HDTV (1080p) $449.99 (normally $799). • 32” Panasonic Viera TC-L32C3 LCD HDTV (720p, IPS Alpha Panel) for $303.99 plus free shipping (normally $399 – use coupon code: MakeBuydigYours10). • Pioneer VSX-1021-K 7.1ch 120W/ch 3D-Ready AV Receiver for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $549 –use coupon code: EMCNHNG22). • MartinLogan MLT-2 5.1ch Premium Home Theater Speakers for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $999 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG28). • Pioneer SP-BS21-LR Bookshelf Speakers (PAIR) for $49.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG64). • Pioneer SW-8 100W Powered Subwoofer (SINGLE) for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG29). • 46” Sony KDL-46EX720 3D LED LCD HDTV (1080p, 120Hz, Netflix) for $963.99 plus free shipping (normally $1599). • 39” Haier L39B2180 LCD HDTV (1080p) for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $449 –use this form). • Logitech Revue Media Player w/ Google TV for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: TQI54085). Personal Electronics: • Canon EOS Rebel T2i 18MP SLR Digital Camera (BODY ONLY) for $399.99 plus free shipping (normally $499 – use coupon code: S1234567). • Garmin nuvi 1490T GPS (5in, Lifetime Traffic Updates) for $109.99 plus free shipping (normally $109 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG35). • Magellan RoadMate 2136T-LM GPS (4.3in, Lifetime Traffic & Maps) for $109.99 plus free shipping (normally $199 – use coupon code: 3A825). • BlackBerry Playbook 7in WiFi Tablet 16GB $199.99, 32GB for $249.99 plus free shipping (normally $299, $399). • Nikon Coolpix S3100 14MP 5X Digital Camera for $69.99 plus free shipping (normally $159). • Asus Eee Pad Transformer 10.1in 16GB Tablet w/ Tegra 2 & Android 3.0 for $329.99 plus free shipping (normally $399). • Sony CyberShot DSC-HX9V 16MP 16X Digital Camera w/ 1080p HD Video for $289.99 plus free shipping (normally $349).]]> OUR FAVORITE DEAL OF THE DAY!
• 128GB Crucial M4 SATAIII 6Gbps 2.5in Solid State Drive for $159.99 plus free shipping (normally $249).

Computers & Peripherals:
• 15.6” Sony VAIO SE Intel Core i5-2430M 2.4GHz 1080p Laptop (Discrete Graphics) for $879.99 plus free shipping (normally $999).

• 128GB Crucial M4 SATAIII 6Gbps 2.5in Solid State Drive for $159.99 plus free shipping (normally $249).

• 23” AOC e2351F LED LCD Monitor for $129.99 plus free shipping (normally $169).

• Apple Airport Extreme Wireless N Base Station (REFURB, Newest) for $99.99 plus free shipping (normally $179).

• 15.6” Sony VAIO SE Intel Core i5-2430M 2.4GHz 1080p Laptop (Discrete Graphics) for $879.99 plus free shipping (normally $999).

• 3TB Western Digital Caviar Green Internal SATAIII Hard Drive for $169.99 plus free shipping (normally $219 – use coupon code: EMCNHNH33).

• 24” Asus VE247H LED LCD Monitor (2ms, HDMI) for $149.99 plus free shipping (normally $219 – use coupon code: EMCNHNH47 and use this form).

• Zotac Geforce GTX 560 Ti 1GB OC Video Card w/ Batman Arkham City Game for $189.99 plus free shipping (normally $234 – use coupon code: XOH54040 and use this form).

• Corsair Vengeance 1500 Gaming Headset for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 –use this form).

• Clickfree C6 Desktop 2TB Computer Backup External Hard Drive for $129.99 plus free shipping (normally $169 – use coupon code: 2WH2Q1DZ4WTT0H).

Home Entertainment:
• 55” Dynex DX-55L150A11 LCD HDTV (1080p) for $599.99 (normally $799).

• 40” Toshiba 40SL412U LED-Edgelit LCD HDTV (1080p) $449.99 (normally $799).

• 32” Panasonic Viera TC-L32C3 LCD HDTV (720p, IPS Alpha Panel) for $303.99 plus free shipping (normally $399 – use coupon code: MakeBuydigYours10).

• Pioneer VSX-1021-K 7.1ch 120W/ch 3D-Ready AV Receiver for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $549 –use coupon code: EMCNHNG22).

• MartinLogan MLT-2 5.1ch Premium Home Theater Speakers for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $999 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG28).

• Pioneer SP-BS21-LR Bookshelf Speakers (PAIR) for $49.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG64).

• Pioneer SW-8 100W Powered Subwoofer (SINGLE) for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG29).

• 46” Sony KDL-46EX720 3D LED LCD HDTV (1080p, 120Hz, Netflix) for $963.99 plus free shipping (normally $1599).

• 39” Haier L39B2180 LCD HDTV (1080p) for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $449 –use this form).

• Logitech Revue Media Player w/ Google TV for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: TQI54085).

Personal Electronics:
• Canon EOS Rebel T2i 18MP SLR Digital Camera (BODY ONLY) for $399.99 plus free shipping (normally $499 – use coupon code: S1234567).

• Garmin nuvi 1490T GPS (5in, Lifetime Traffic Updates) for $109.99 plus free shipping (normally $109 – use coupon code: EMCNHNG35).

• Magellan RoadMate 2136T-LM GPS (4.3in, Lifetime Traffic & Maps) for $109.99 plus free shipping (normally $199 – use coupon code: 3A825).

• BlackBerry Playbook 7in WiFi Tablet 16GB $199.99, 32GB for $249.99 plus free shipping (normally $299, $399).

• Nikon Coolpix S3100 14MP 5X Digital Camera for $69.99 plus free shipping (normally $159).

• Asus Eee Pad Transformer 10.1in 16GB Tablet w/ Tegra 2 & Android 3.0 for $329.99 plus free shipping (normally $399).

• Sony CyberShot DSC-HX9V 16MP 16X Digital Camera w/ 1080p HD Video for $289.99 plus free shipping (normally $349).

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-3-12/feed/ 0 Techbargains Deals for 2-2-12 http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-2-12/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-2-12/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:45:11 +0000 ThinkComputers News http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6967 OUR FAVORITE DEAL OF THE DAY! • Logitech diNovo Edge Wireless Illuminated Keyboard (Dented Box) for $104.99 plus free shipping (normally $179 - use coupon code: logi_dne_2112). Computers & Peripherals: • 120GB Patriot Pyro Internal SATA III Solid State Drive for $109.99 plus free shipping (normally $149 - use this form). • Seasonic SS-460FL 460W Power Supply (80PLUS Gold, FANLESS, Modular) for $83.49 plus free shipping (normally $114 - use coupon code: SEASONIC15 and this form). • G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3-1333 PC3-10666 Desktop Memory for $80.09 plus free shipping (normally $99 - use coupon code: EMCNHNH37). • LG GH22NS90B 22X Internal SATA DVD Burner for $15.99 plus free shipping (normally $24). • Panda Security Global Protection 2012 Software (3-User) for FREE (normally $79 - use this form). • 13.3” Asus Zenbook Ultrabook Core i5 1600x900 Laptop + $200 MS Store Credit for $1099.99 plus free shipping (normally $1499). • Intuit TurboTax Deluxe Federal + State + eFile 2011 Software + 16GB Flash Drive for $39.95 plus free shipping (normally $74 – use coupon code: EMCNJGJ92). • Boston Acoustics 5.1ch Classic Home Theater Speakers for $199.99 plus free shipping (normally $549). • Gigabyte Intel Z68 LGA1155 ATX Motherboard w/ SATA 6, USB 3.0 for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $109 - use this form). • 24” Hanns-G HK241DPB Widescreen LCD Monitor for $139.99 plus free shipping (normally $189 - use coupon code: YMD54037). • Logitech diNovo Edge Wireless Illuminated Keyboard (Dented Box) for $104.99 plus free shipping (normally $179 - use coupon code: logi_dne_2112). • Canon MX410 All-In-One Multifunction Printer w/ Wireless for $89.00 plus free shipping (normally $179). Home Entertainment: • 60” LG 60PV250 Plasma HDTV (1080p) for $899.99 plus free shipping (normally $1499). • 46” Samsung UN46D7000 3D Ready LED LCD HDTV w/ 0.2in Bezel (240Hz) + 3D Bundle for $1199.99 (normally $1599 – use coupon code: RAW54070). • 42” Sharp LC42SV49U LCD HDTV (1080p, 60Hz) for $329.99 (normally $1599). • 40” TCL L40FHDM12 LCD HDTV (1080p) for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $499 – use this form). • Toshiba BDX2150 Blu-Ray Player w/ Netflix Streaming for $49.97 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use this form). • Samsung BD-D5500 3D Blu-ray Player (Netflix Streaming) + $30 Dell Gift Card for $98.99 plus free shipping (normally $159). • Alien Movie Anthology Blu-Ray Box Set for $25.47 shipped (normally $99). • LG BD611 Blu-ray Player for $49.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 - use this form). • JBL Cinema 500 5.1ch Complete Home Theater Speaker System for $279.99 plus free shipping (normally $799). Personal Electronics: • Best Buy Markdowns on iTunes Prepaid Codes ($50 Credit for $40, $100 Credit for $80). • Samsung WB750 12.5MP 18X Digital Camera w/ Back-Illuminated Sensor for $199.99 plus free shipping (normally $299).]]> OUR FAVORITE DEAL OF THE DAY!
• Logitech diNovo Edge Wireless Illuminated Keyboard (Dented Box) for $104.99 plus free shipping (normally $179 – use coupon code: logi_dne_2112).

Computers & Peripherals:
• 120GB Patriot Pyro Internal SATA III Solid State Drive for $109.99 plus free shipping (normally $149 – use this form).

• Seasonic SS-460FL 460W Power Supply (80PLUS Gold, FANLESS, Modular) for $83.49 plus free shipping (normally $114 – use coupon code: SEASONIC15 and this form).

• G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3-1333 PC3-10666 Desktop Memory for $80.09 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use coupon code: EMCNHNH37).

• LG GH22NS90B 22X Internal SATA DVD Burner for $15.99 plus free shipping (normally $24).

• Panda Security Global Protection 2012 Software (3-User) for FREE (normally $79 – use this form).

• 13.3” Asus Zenbook Ultrabook Core i5 1600×900 Laptop + $200 MS Store Credit for $1099.99 plus free shipping (normally $1499).

• Intuit TurboTax Deluxe Federal + State + eFile 2011 Software + 16GB Flash Drive for $39.95 plus free shipping (normally $74 – use coupon code: EMCNJGJ92).

• Boston Acoustics 5.1ch Classic Home Theater Speakers for $199.99 plus free shipping (normally $549).

• Gigabyte Intel Z68 LGA1155 ATX Motherboard w/ SATA 6, USB 3.0 for $79.99 plus free shipping (normally $109 – use this form).

• 24” Hanns-G HK241DPB Widescreen LCD Monitor for $139.99 plus free shipping (normally $189 – use coupon code: YMD54037).

• Logitech diNovo Edge Wireless Illuminated Keyboard (Dented Box) for $104.99 plus free shipping (normally $179 – use coupon code: logi_dne_2112).

• Canon MX410 All-In-One Multifunction Printer w/ Wireless for $89.00 plus free shipping (normally $179).

Home Entertainment:
• 60” LG 60PV250 Plasma HDTV (1080p) for $899.99 plus free shipping (normally $1499).

• 46” Samsung UN46D7000 3D Ready LED LCD HDTV w/ 0.2in Bezel (240Hz) + 3D Bundle for $1199.99 (normally $1599 – use coupon code: RAW54070).

• 42” Sharp LC42SV49U LCD HDTV (1080p, 60Hz) for $329.99 (normally $1599).

• 40” TCL L40FHDM12 LCD HDTV (1080p) for $299.99 plus free shipping (normally $499 – use this form).

• Toshiba BDX2150 Blu-Ray Player w/ Netflix Streaming for $49.97 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use this form).

• Samsung BD-D5500 3D Blu-ray Player (Netflix Streaming) + $30 Dell Gift Card for $98.99 plus free shipping (normally $159).

• Alien Movie Anthology Blu-Ray Box Set for $25.47 shipped (normally $99).

• LG BD611 Blu-ray Player for $49.99 plus free shipping (normally $99 – use this form).

• JBL Cinema 500 5.1ch Complete Home Theater Speaker System for $279.99 plus free shipping (normally $799).

Personal Electronics:
• Best Buy Markdowns on iTunes Prepaid Codes ($50 Credit for $40, $100 Credit for $80).

• Samsung WB750 12.5MP 18X Digital Camera w/ Back-Illuminated Sensor for $199.99 plus free shipping (normally $299).

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/techbargains-deals-for-2-2-12/feed/ 0 Kingston HyperX Limited Edition DDR3-1600 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit Review http://www.thinkcomputers.org/kingston-hyperx-limited-edition-ddr3-1600-4gb-dual-channel-memory-kit-review/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/kingston-hyperx-limited-edition-ddr3-1600-4gb-dual-channel-memory-kit-review/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:15:38 +0000 Bob Buskirk http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6957 Our friends over at Kingston have just sent us a 4GB kit of their Limited Edition HyperX DDR3-1600 low latency memory (KHX1600C7D3X1K2/4GX).  These modules are primarily being sold overseas (Russia/Eastern Europe).  They run at 1600MHz and have a CAS latency of 7 with timings of 7-8-7-20 at 1.65V.  Being that this kit only runs at 1600MHz and has low timings this should leave a lot of headroom for overclocking.  Read on and see how far we can push these modules.

Special thanks to Kingston for providing us with the HyperX Limited Edition DDR3-1600 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit to review.

Specifications
- 2x2GB Modules
- Frequency: 1600MHz
- CAS Latency: 7
- Timings: 7-8-7-20
- Voltage: 1.65V

Packaging
The Limited Edition kits comes in a simple package.  To show you how these modules comes and to give you a brief overview check out our unboxing video below!  We also unboxing a Genesis kit in the video, stay tuned for a review of that kit very soon!

Memory Overview
Memory is memory really, Kingston has gone with black heatspreaders with a cool silver trim.  They also use a plain green PCB, it would have been nice to see a black PCB to match the heatspreaders.  This is a 4GB kit so you have 2 modules, 2GB each.

Kingston HyperX Limited Edition DDR3-1600 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit Kingston HyperX Limited Edition DDR3-1600 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit

The modules have both the HyperX logo on them as well as a Limited Edition logo on them.  In the center you have a sticker that tell you the part number and the voltage, but interestingly enough not the timings, they are 7-8-7-20.

Kingston HyperX Limited Edition DDR3-1600 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit Kingston HyperX Limited Edition DDR3-1600 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit Kingston HyperX Limited Edition DDR3-1600 4GB Dual Channel Memory Kit

]]> http://www.thinkcomputers.org/kingston-hyperx-limited-edition-ddr3-1600-4gb-dual-channel-memory-kit-review/feed/ 1 Unboxing the OCZ Synapse Cache 64GB Solid State Drive http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-ocz-synapse-cache-64gb-solid-state-drive/ http://www.thinkcomputers.org/unboxing-the-ocz-synapse-cache-64gb-solid-state-drive/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:00:53 +0000 Bob Buskirk http://www.thinkcomputers.org/?p=6960 Today we are unboxing a rather small hard drive in terms of capacity as it is only 64GB. This drive is only 64GB because it is made to be a caching drive that is combined with your normal hard drive for improved performance. Since the release of the Z68 chipset from Intel we have been seeing these drives, but OCZ has their own software that enables this drive to become a caching drive on any PC system, not just an Intel Z68 system. Read on as we unboxing this drive and even open it up!

Product Link: Click Here
Provided By: OCZ
Information: The OCZ Synapse Series is optimized for caching applications to dynamically manage the Synapse SSD in conjunction with standard hard disk drives (HDDs), to provide users with SSD-level performance across the entire capacity of the HDD. The OCZ Synapse Series leverages the latest and most advanced hardware and software technology to deliver superior storage performance without sacrificing HDD capacity. For users craving the performance advantages of SSDs combined with the high capacities associated with HDDs, OCZ offers the first no-compromise approach to enabling high-performance and high-capacity storage for virtually any PC platform.

The OCZ Synapse Series integrates Dataplex™ caching software to dynamically manage the use of both SSD and HDD for superior overall storage performance. This combination creates an environment where the most frequently used “hot” data stays on the ultra-fast SSD, while the “cold” data remains on the larger capacity HDD (sold separately). Advanced caching algorithms learn user behavior and adapt storage policies to ensure optimal performance for each individual user, maximizing productivity for the most demanded programs and applications.

Synapse Series integrates seamlessly within any modern PC platform, ensuring optimal compatibility along with performance gains and comes backed by a 3-year warranty.

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