tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-230410522026-04-02T17:08:24.006-07:00Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-61783219275652902252008-06-03T04:41:00.000-07:002008-06-04T04:45:04.418-07:00

An overclocked, but quiet, multimedia PCPros: Excellent performance; quietCons: Not SLI-compatible; power supplyBottomline: A fast multimedia and gaming PCManufacturer: ArbicoNot many PCs score a 10,014 in PCmark05 and stay quiet at the same time, but Arbico’s Elite 8480EX does it with aplomb.A Core 2 Duo E8400 processor overclocked to 3.6GHz, from 3GHz, lends a hand to the great performance,

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-7275600102594557922008-05-21T04:27:00.000-07:002008-05-22T04:32:58.227-07:00

Media PC with Blu-ray playerPros: Small form is handy for living rooms; Good performanceCons: Blu-ray adds a significant costBottomline: A good home entertainment computer for those with high-definition televisionsVista compatibility: YesManufacturer: ShuttleShuttle used to be known for making what are known as barebones computers – the company would supply the case and the most basic innards,

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-28995668706783184342008-05-15T06:37:00.000-07:002008-05-16T06:43:42.420-07:00

Well-built with a choice of dual- and quad-core processorsPros: Choice of chassis; dual- and quad-core processors; Intel vPro management; quiet runningCons: Plug-in video controller may be required for more demanding users; monitor costs extraBottomline: It won’t set hearts aflutter, but the Powermate ML470 is a well-built, capable business desktopManufacturer: NECSpecialist business desktops and

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-54698522072417642612008-05-14T22:28:00.000-07:002008-05-15T01:26:21.953-07:00

A timely update for Apple’s flagship machinePros: Good performance; elegant design; wide range of hardware and software featuresCons: 3D performance could be improved; no internal expansion slotsBottomline: A powerful and elegant desktop computer, at a competitive priceManufacturer: AppleMac sales are going strong these days – as shown by Apple’s recent headline-grabbing financial results – and

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-44433093140751164192008-05-06T06:32:00.000-07:002008-05-07T06:52:08.795-07:00

A much-needed update to Apple's entry-level home computerPros: Elegant all-in-one design; Good range of hardware features and bundled softwareCons: Relatively small memory and hard disk space; Modest 3D games performanceBottomline: A little more expensive than a Windows PC but the added extras make up for itManufacturer: AppleApple’s Macbook notebook computers have sold like hotcakes over the

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-67949294057382370332008-04-30T06:16:00.000-07:002008-04-30T06:30:41.135-07:00

A rather mundane-looking PC featuring AMD’s latest quad-core PhenomPros: Blu-ray drive; plenty of storage spaceCons: Fairly expensive; better value Intel-based alternatives availableBottomline: A good, solid performing computer, but for this price you could get a faster Intel-based systemManufacturer: MeshThe Matrix X4 is the first computer we have seen built around AMD’s Phenom processor, in

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-86367867568157579602008-04-21T00:41:00.000-07:002008-04-24T00:47:50.400-07:00

A PC that's perfect for the loungePros: Blu-ray writer included; Fast processor; Big hard disk; Good design.Cons: Poor graphics quality.Bottomline: A sparkly, design-led computer that's ideal for home entertainment but not for gamers.Manufacturer: SonyMicrosoft's dream of having a PC in every living room doesn't look like one that is going to come true anytime soon, but Sony's VGC-LT2S certainly

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-65186682729691227232008-04-11T04:14:00.000-07:002008-04-22T04:18:15.153-07:00

Pros: Lots of expansion potential; Impressive overall performance.Cons: Poor graphics capabilitiesBottomline: The lack of a graphics card is the only fault we can find in this impressive computer.Manufacturer: PC NextdayThis compact computer houses a surprising amount of power. It also demonstrates the main reason for continuing to buy desktop PCs rather than the increasingly popular notebook

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-39227684823532307172008-04-08T10:21:00.000-07:002008-04-08T10:25:05.467-07:00

Pros: Speedy; lightweight; low energy consumption; great connectivityCons: Expensive; Bios unclear in areas; unreliable overclockingBottomline: A compact, efficient PC suited to middle-resolution gaming, but expensive compared with othersManufacturer: ShuttleThis small form factor PC from Shuttle is branded a gaming machine but, at 6.9kg, weighs less than many big laptops.Its diminutive size has

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-68130978210936887842008-04-03T23:48:00.000-07:002008-04-06T23:52:17.192-07:00

A powerful gaming PC featuring Nvidia’s latest dual-GPU graphics cardPros: Great for high-resolution gaming; top system performance; good keyboard and mouseCons: HDMI audio not enabled; no reset buttonBottomline: An astounding amount of power, a great look and oodles of premium extra featuresManufacturer: CyberpowerThe centre piece of this PC is undoubtedly the Geforce 9800GX2 graphics card –

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-41498226773840929512008-04-02T01:48:00.000-07:002008-04-07T01:53:32.343-07:00

Pros: Small and thin; fits in with other home entertainment boxes.Cons: Not enough memory or hard disk space; no HDMI output.Bottomline: It's true that home entertainment PCs aren't for everyone, but if you want one, this is an excellent model to choose.Manufacturer: PC WorldWe looked at Philips' last small home entertainment computer, the LX1000, at the end of 2006 and it's fair to say that

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-5573494203694368162008-02-12T23:11:00.000-08:002008-02-12T23:13:58.171-08:00

A fast and extremely quiet computer at a bargain pricePros: Quiet; good graphics performance; great-value packageCons: Small power supply; Q9300 not as fast as the cheaper Q6600Bottomline: You get a lot for your money with this PC and it runs whisper-quiet as wellPrice: £999Manufacturer: PC SpecialistThe Apollo Q930GTS arrived with a 3.5cm dent in its side.Dealing with careless couriers has

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-4661119547434256592008-02-11T06:22:00.000-08:002008-02-11T09:41:38.221-08:00

No speed demon but a small, quiet and understated desktop PCPros: Small form factor; near silent in useCons: Only suitable for undemanding tasks; dated chassisBottomline: Ideal for those who just want to do basic office work in near silence and who have limited desk spacePrice: £312.50If you looking for a no-frills home-office PC and don’t have much desk space, then Lenovo’s Thinkcentre A61e

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-83671246243543809022008-02-11T05:41:00.000-08:002008-02-11T09:51:48.376-08:00

Pros: Quiet; small; easily mounted; low power consumptionCons: More expensive than a Mac Mini; no TV tuner or remote controlBottomline: Small PC with low power consumption and pleasant designPrice: £589We’ve seen more than a few mini PCs in our Labs, but Maxdata’s 300XS caught our attention because of its optional Vesa 100 mount (£19.99) that lets you attach it to the back of most TFTs.It takes

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-60073040617144832802007-12-21T06:51:00.000-08:002007-12-26T06:57:23.980-08:00

Intel Core 2 Extreme 2.8GHz; 24-inch LCD; SuperdriveThe 24-inch iMac comes in two standard configurations. The S$2,988 (US$1,965.79) system includes a 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo processor, 1GB of memory and a 320GB hard drive. The higher-end configuration costs S$3,898 (US$2,564.47) and comes with a dual-core 2.8GHz Core 2 Extreme CPU, 2GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive.We tested the fastest-available,

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-80442446121574545402007-11-23T01:25:00.000-08:002007-12-22T01:29:43.101-08:00

The GeForce 8800 GTX is everything we'd hoped it would be. For a suggested street price of S$895 (US$588.82), the GeForce 8800 GTX brings tremendous processing power to current-generation games. It's also the first card to market that will support all of the 3D gaming-related features of Windows Vista and DirectX 10. The initial release of next-gen games is a bit far off. The poster child, the 3D

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-2754212466424293952007-10-31T02:57:00.000-07:002007-11-29T22:42:03.831-08:00

Core 2 Duo E6550 processor 2.33GHz, 1GB RAMHP flagship Pavilion Elite m9000 series is aimed at multimedia lovers who demand high-performance from their PC and budding gamers. One of the first in Asia to offer a hybrid Blu-ray/HD-DVD drive, this desktop is also one of the few to offer a one-touch backup button that greatly simplifies archiving the system. The Elite is not a hardcore gaming machine

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-24621122281529103622007-10-25T20:25:00.001-07:002007-10-25T20:43:51.418-07:00

Core 2 Quad Q6600 Processor 2.4GHz, 2GB RAMDell's new XPS 420 desktop advertises itself as the complete solution to all of your digital-media problems. Depending on the options you select for it, it can wirelessly serve up photos, music, and high-definition video over your home network, it can quickly convert large video files to smaller, iPod- and Sony PSP-friendly formats, it can even record

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-40904244496697344462007-08-28T00:12:00.000-07:002007-09-09T17:52:31.952-07:00

Even after our hands-on of Sony's new VAIO LT19U, we'd go with Apple's iMac for a general purpose all-in-one. If, however, you're considering one of those monstrous pseudo-laptops from Dell or HP, you'll find the VAIO LT19U offers many of the same features, and with a $2,999 price tag that's a relative bargain. As with most of Sony's desktop efforts these days, this new all-in-one is a niche

Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23041052.post-29924243985400430692007-08-20T11:59:00.000-07:002007-09-09T17:52:31.953-07:00

Apple's latest iMac is not the first all-in-one desktop with a glossy screen, an ultra-thin keyboard and a trim profile. But unlike Sony's, HP's and others' all-in-one efforts, no other vendor comes close to Apple's near-seamless aesthetic. And as the new iMac design impresses visually, so do its features and overall performance compete against other similarly priced desktops.This

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