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November 20th, 2008
 NVIDIA Fall Driver Update (rel 180) and Other Treats
NVIDIA has released a new driver that adds a few new PhysX and SLI features and should improve performance in some cases. There are also recent developments in PhysX and GPU computing that we will touch on....
Where Do Hard Drive Heads Come From?
A few days ago we were lucky enough to visit Seagate's Springtown, Ireland factory, where it manufactures 80% of its read/write heads. We'll show you some of what we saw there and explain how a hard drive head comes to be.
The change we need: four ways to fix fcc.gov
The Bush administration is coming to an end, but the FCC web site is still stuck in the Clinton administration. We've got four suggestions on how to bring fcc.gov into a Web 2.0 world.
November 19th, 2008
Nehalem Part 3: The Cache Debate, LGA-1156 and the 32nm Future
Want to understand why Intel went with such a small L2 cache on Nehalem? We sat down with Nehalem's chief architect and got a much better understanding of the world's fastest microprocessor. We also uncover the on-chip PCIe controller in the mainstream Nehalem derivatives due out in 2009 and talk about its 32nm successors in 2009/2010....
Hiper Power Supply Units Roundup
Four out of five Hiper PSUs we are going to talk about today have not only new parameters and functionality, but are manufactured by a different company. Hiper decided to replace their former manufacturer with a well known Channel Well. Their functionality, however, is truly great. Three models out of five have a built-in USB 2.0 hub.
TeliaSonera may offer iPhone MMS app in Sweden
In a recent interview, a spokesperson for Swedish iPhone carrier TeliaSonera confirmed that the company will launch an official MMS application within the next few months. The question remains as to whether it will be an application developed by Apple, or a third-party app offered by TeliaSonera.
Radeon HD 4870 X2: Four Cards Compared
Not only do we have four super-fast Radeon HD 4870 X2s to test, but also a list of 31 other graphics configurations including CrossFire and SLI setups. If you're in the market for AMD's fastest card available, you'll want to see this.
Thermaltake TR2 QFan Series
Are you tired of all the 1000W power supplies? If so, Thermaltake's latest TR2 QFan series might have the cure for your extreme wattage blues....
Co-op resurrected: Ars reviews Left 4 Dead
Left 4 Dead is a monstrously fun co-op title that has you helping your friends survive a zombie invasion while a sadistic AI god called the Director throws death at you from all angles. Welcome to the game that will make PC gaming cool again.
November 18th, 2008
EVGA X58 SLI - First Look
We preview EVGA's X58 based motherboard that is capable of 3X SLI as advertised but also handles CrossFire X quite well....
Synology's DS408 Reviewed: Fast NAS For Pros
Does a NAS device with high data transfer rate and a Web interface that is easy to configure actually exist? Synology shows how it should be done. But the enclosure is not without its faults, either.
The Hardware Behind Overdrive
Our worldwide overclocking championship has begun and we wanted to introduce you to the everyday components our teams will be tweaking to supersonic speeds in a bid for a shot at $5,000.
Second wind for muni WiFi? Mesh-networking startup hopes so
Muni WiFi never lived up to its promise to bridge the digital divide and bring a third pipe to homes. But it didn't quite fail, either. More quietly, a new round of networks has been built, and San Francisco's Meraki hopes to be part of that future.
November 17th, 2008
OCZ NIA: Reading Thoughts in the Privacy of Your Home
In fact, I have to explain, NIA cannot really read your thoughts in the full meaning of this word: human brain is extremely complex and the "electrical noise" it creates cannot be completely decoded yet even with the latest and greatest technology. However, OCZ NIA - a truly one-of-a-kind device - is definitely getting close to that. Read more in our review!
How To: Get A 4 GHz Dual-Core For $120
Intel?s 45 nm Core 2 serious is known to boast substantial overclocking margins, and the entry-level E7200 with 3 MB L2 cache costs less than $120. We'll show you how to get close to 4 GHz from this little gem.
Team USA Emerges In Round One of Overdrive
After a long weekend of intense benchmarking with nearly 1,300 liters of liquid nitrogen, one team emerged victorious. They?re on their way to Paris to represent the United States against four other international teams. Show them some support!
Financial crisis puts focus on efficiency, not green power
Given the meltdown on Wall Street, will companies put aside plans for improved environmental standards? Talks from the recent Climate Leaders conference suggest that efficiency efforts still produce a big win for most companies, but green power may hit snags.
November 16th, 2008
Lab Notes - EVGA X58 SLI
As of today, the Intel Core i7 processor series and X58 chipset based motherboards are "officially" on sale. With that bit of news out of the way,EVGA is officially launching their X58 SLI motherboard today. We received a retail board on Saturday and have been running it through the benchmark gauntlet for the past 37 (and counting)...
Greenbox: saving power and cash in a flash
Greenbox wants to save consumers power by showing how much electricity a home uses, and how to change behavior or participate in programs that shave use during peak periods.
November 15th, 2008
Five Multimedia Notebooks, Tested
Bigger is still better among new multimedia notebooks, where heft and battery life aren't as important as bright screens and video wizardry.
November 14th, 2008
This Week's Hot News: Nov. Week 2
Did you miss this week's hot news? Don't sweat it! Check out this week's roundup for the latest info.
Last Week's Hot News: Nov. Week 2
Did you miss this week's hot news? Don't sweat it! Check out this week's roundup for the latest info.
Six CPU Coolers: Five for Modding and One for Cooling
Many air coolers out there are no longer just coolers, but try to attract potential buyer with their original unique looks. But how do they actually cool? Find out from our new review of new solutions from Thermaltake and Zalman.
Power-Saving Motherboards: Fact Or Fiction?
All motherboards support overclocking?now it?s time for power-saving. Here we evaluate products from ASRock, Asus, Foxconn, Gigabyte and MSI, weighing both performance and power consumption, to determine which P45 motherboard is most efficient.
The Cost of Running Your PC
Had you ever wondered how much money you actually spend to run your PC each day? Perhaps you want to know how much money you might save by upgrading power supplies. We tackle these topics and others in this article....
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November 20th, 2008X-bit labs - S3 Graphics Reveals New-Generation Graphics Processor
 Tom's Hardware - Super-microscope watches molecules break apart and bond step by step
DailyTech - Gmail Gets a Graphics Upgrade With New Themes
Tom's Hardware - Husband blames "bug" for sending nude pictures from his iPhone
Tom's Hardware - Silicon-based anode created for more powerful lithium-ion batteries
DailyTech - Yahoo, T-Mobile Announce Mobile Search Deal
Tom's Hardware - First Look: The New Xbox Experience
Tom's Hardware - Sharp turns aggressive as 10G plant prepares to come online
Tom's Hardware - LCD TV panel prices drop up to 8% in H2 November
Tom's Hardware - LG Display stays on top in large-size LCD unit shipments in October
Tom's Hardware - Magnesium-aluminum alloy chassis makers to be impacted by dropping notebook demand in Q4
Tom's Hardware - MSI to launch Atom-based all-in-one PCs in January 2009
DailyTech - Google: Not Looking So Lively Anymore
DailyTech - Unsealed Microsoft Emails Show Early Vista Woes
DailyTech - Samsung Producing 256GB SSD with Higher Levels of Performance
Tom's Hardware - Wal-Mart to start selling Apple’s iPhone 3G on December 28
Tom's Hardware - Spam has yet to recover from McColo shutdown
X-bit labs - Blu-Ray Disc Players' Prices Fall Below $150
DailyTech - Honda Shows Off FC Sport Fuel Cell Sports Car
DailyTech - ASUS Eee Top Launches in Taiwan
Tom's Hardware - Astronaut on space-walk loses $100,000 tool bag
Tom's Hardware - Unidentified close-aboard cosmic ray source reported - is it a dark matter source?
DailyTech - Senators Mock Auto Execs Use of Private Jets; Bailout Stalled in Senate
DailyTech - HP Unveils Tablet PC With Multi-Touch Screen
DailyTech - Ballmer: Yahoo Search Appealing, Complete Takeover Isn't
X-bit labs - JEDEC to Set Solid State Drive Standards in 2009
X-bit labs - Elpida May Gain Manufacturing Capacity or May Slowdown Its Further Expansion
X-bit labs - IN BRIEF: HDMI Continues to Gain Popularity as DVI Slides, Analysts Say
X-bit labs - Microsoft Cuts Prices on Zune Players, Adds Free Tracks to Keep to Zune Pass Music Subscription
November 19th, 2008X-bit labs - First-Generation Intel Core i7 Chips Will Never Become Mainstream - Slides
Tom's Hardware - NASA tests interplanetary Internet
Tom's Hardware - Microsoft moves to take back antivirus market
Tom's Hardware - The Dark Knight on its way to become the most pirated movie of 2008
Tom's Hardware - The Dark Night on its way to become the most pirated movie of 2008
Tom's Hardware - Stockwatch: Chip makers hit hard by pessimistic 2009 forecast
Tom's Hardware - IBM to acquire Transitive
Tom's Hardware - Valve selling Half-Life for 98 cents
X-bit labs - PC Gaming Hardware Market on the Rise and Will Continue to Grow - Jon Peddie Research
Tom's Hardware - Judge dismisses Psystar's antitrust claims against Apple
Tom's Hardware - Microsoft's PR blunder: MacBook Pro and PS3 promote Vista
Tom's Hardware - A diamond bigger than Earth discovered
DailyTech - New Wind Turbine Generator Ditches Mechanical Transmission, Ups Efficiency 50 Percent
DailyTech - Researchers Developing Grenade-like Surveillance Camera
Tom's Hardware - Ford announces 2010 Fusion hybrid
Tom's Hardware - BMW unleashes 500 Mini E
Tom's Hardware - Chip industry bracing for double-digit revenue decline in Q4
Tom's Hardware - GSM Association supports SWP interface for NFC functionality
Tom's Hardware - Solar panel overcapacity expected in 2009, says The Information Network
Tom's Hardware - Biostar launches Intel X58-based motherboard
Tom's Hardware - VIA launches Vipro touch-screen panel PC
Tom's Hardware - Intel Core i7 processor demand will not pickup until Q3 09 - motherboard makers
Tom's Hardware - Intel to launch 65W desktop CPUs for all-in-one PCs
Tom's Hardware - Blu-ray-R disc market to reach critical mass in 2009, says Ritek
Tom's Hardware - Blu-ray Disc Combo drives to go mainstream in 2009, BD burners in 2011, says Lite-On IT
Tom's Hardware - Ziff Davis to shut down print version of PC Magazine
DailyTech - NVIDIA Launches Tesla Supercomputer
Tom's Hardware - Website shows ins and outs of female body in full 3D
Tom's Hardware - Microsoft launches New Xbox Experience, Netflix streaming off to a rocky launch
DailyTech - NASA Testing New Interplanetary Communications Network
Tom's Hardware - Online survey shows Europeans want daily Internet access more than washing machines and cars
DailyTech - Microsoft Announces Free Antivirus Software for H2 2009
DailyTech - Psystar Suffers Setback With Apple Antitrust Suit
X-bit labs - Intel Prepares Assault with 35W Quad-Core, Dual-Core Processors for Desktops
DailyTech - Yang's Departure Could be Perfect Timing For Another Microsoft Bid
DailyTech - Comcast Spreads DOCSIS 3 to Pacific Northwest
DailyTech - Lost in Space: Astronaut's Toolbag Floats Away During Spacewalk
X-bit labs - NPD Group: More Smartphone Owners are Playing Games than Using Business Applications
X-bit labs - Intel to Unveil Desktop Quad-Core Chips with Lowered Power Consumption
X-bit labs - Nintendo Wii Still Most Popular Video Game Console in the USA - NPD
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