Reviews
Tuniq Potency 550W PSU
Published in Power Supplies, Reviews | Written by Rhys
Recently at Tech-Reviews we’ve been reviewing a lot of high wattage power supplies. We haven’t however looked at the lower range units. Luckily today though, we’ve been handed a Tuniq Potency 550W to review. Can it live up to the same performance standards as higher wattage units? Well there is only one way to find out, introducing the Tuniq Potency 550 Watt…
Iqua VizorSUN Bluetooth Handsfree Car Kit
Published in Other Products, Reviews | Written by Rhys
As many of you will know, unless using a handsfree device, it’s illegal to use a mobile phone whilst driving in the UK. If caught doing so it means an unfortunate £60 fine and three points on the driver’s license. Moreover, there’s also the obvious risk involved. Driving whilst trying to use a mobile phone is distracting, distracting enough that it can easily cause a death.
The Iqua VizorSun costs just £55 – less than a single mobile phone fine in the UK. It’s Bluetooth compatible, which means less wires if any. Also, its solar powered and can also be charged via a cigarette lighter or a USB connection. Sounds good, don’t you think? To find out if it truly is, let’s put it to the test. Introducing the Iqua Vizor Sun Handsfree kit…
Ferrari F430 Pro Force Feedback Racing Wheel
Published in Peripherals, Reviews | Written by Rhys
In recent times, gaming peripherals such as steering wheels have advanced dramatically. With advancements such as force feedback, driving cars on racing games can be exactly the same as the real thing. This has led to a gigantic group of online racing drivers and forums. There have even been accounts of professional online drivers stepping up to rallying in real world contests.
Today for review we have a PC steering wheel with all the latest technology advancements from a company called ‘Thrustmaster’. The Pro Force Feedback wheel is an exact replica of the Ferrari F430 wheel. With features such as a sequential gearbox, manettino dial and a magnetic resistance brake pedal, the Thrustmaster F430 racing wheel certainly looks to be a good product. Let’s find out if it is…
Eagle Arion ET-AR402IR-BK 2.1 iDock Speakers with Subwoofer
Published in Peripherals, Reviews | Written by Matt
With the growing amount of people purchasing iPods, iPhones and other audio equipment, it’s sometimes hard to find the perfect speakers. Here today at Tech-Reviews we have a company who are relatively new in the audio department and have produced what looks like a pretty decent product. Let’s see how it performs.
Lamptron FC-2 Rheobus Fan Controller
Published in Other Products, Reviews | Written by Matt
Lamptron specialises in a variety of different products including LEDs, Noise Reduction Kits, Fan Controllers and many more computer accessories. Today we are going to be reviewing the Lamptron FC-2 Rheobus Fan Controller. With its ability to control up to 6 fans at a maximum output of 45 watts per channel it sounds pretty promising, let’s see how it performs.
Zotac ION A-Series ITX Motherboard
Published in Motherboards, Reviews | Written by Rhys
ITX motherboards have been around for long time now. The problem is, they’ve been so far behind in technology and with such high price tags it makes them an option not even worth considering. However, with the release of the Intel Atom processor, a series of ITX motherboards using the processor have been released. Some people say these are the new generation of motherboards. Built with onboard processors, graphics and power supplies, you can easily build a low cost energy efficient computer system for around £200-250.
The motherboard we’ll be reviewing today is manufactured by Zotac, a quickly expanding company. It’s built using the Nvidia ION graphics platform which supports even DirectX10. The Intel Atom processor used in this system is the Dual Core based Atom N330. Costing less than £200, these specifications are certainly quite impressive. Let’s see if the Zotac ION A-Series’ performance is as good as its specifications might suggest….
Prolimatech Megahalems CPU Cooler
Published in CPU Coolers, Reviews | Written by Joe
Prolimatech are a company I have not previously encountered. After a brief inspection of their site it would appear that they have not been established for that long either. One of their first products to be introduced into the market is their Megahalems CPU cooler. Boasting an impressive array of heatpipes, fins and a single 120mm fan, it’s certainly heading in the right direction.
The cooler is compatible with the latest Intel i7’s processors but with a TDP of 130W to counter, many coolers have come unstuck and simply wilted in the heat. So, have the new boys bitten off more than they can chew or is this an up-and-coming triumph? Only one way to find out…
Razer Mamba Wireless Gaming Mouse
Published in Peripherals, Reviews | Written by Rhys
There are many known disadvantages with wireless gaming mice such as slower response times, batteries dying and wireless interference. It’s these common stereotypes which has left the wired mouse to rule the gaming scene.
Razer, a company not known for doing things by half, has attempted to turn this stereotype around with the Razer Mamba. It’s been years in the making and its features are out of this world. Let’s see how it performs…
Asus Eee Box B204
Published in Other Products, Reviews | Written by Rhys
When the Asus Eee PC was launched into stores, the low spec’d, portable and budget notebook took the tech world by storm. Its upgradability and low price tag meant that it was the perfect budget notebook solution for many. Asus is back, back with a desktop equivalent to the Eee PC. Introducing the Asus Eee Box…
Akasa 120mm Apache Fan
Published in Cooling, Reviews | Written by Rhys
Cooling fans have always been a sector of the computer market which has always been improving. With advancements such as silent bearings, PWM control and mixtures of blade designs, it’s always very difficult to choose the very best case fan. But today, Akasa hopes to make the decision simpler with their ‘Apache Fan’.
