Archos is back with its latest Android tablet in the form of the Archos 80 Cobalt. Measuring 12mm thick and weighing at just 470 grams, the tablet features an 8-inch display with a 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, a 1.6 GHz dual-core processor, a quad-core GPU, a 1GB RAM, an 8GB of storage space, a [...]
For once, you get true high-end audio at an affordable price point; the Marimba just sounds like an expensive speaker.
ASUS is back with its latest LCD monitors namely the 23-inch VX238T and VX238H. Both models feature LED backlighting, a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, a 250 cd/m2 of brightness level, a dynamic contrast ratio of 80,000,000:1 and two built-in 1.5 W speakers. The ASUS VX238T and VX238H also adopt the Splendid Video [...]
Ark PC has unleashed another gaming PC for the mass market namely the CROYDON CY-AP8A97A-A Tathlum. Powered by a 4.0GHz AMD FX-8350 (8-core) processor, the system is equipped with an AMD 970 + SB950 chipset, an AMD Radeon HD 7850 2GB graphics card, an 8GB DDR3 RAM, a 1TB hard drive, a DVD Super Multi [...]
Intel has once again expanded its line of SSDs by releasing the SSD 335 Series. Coming in 240GB capacity, this 2.5-inch SSD is packed with a 20nm MLC NAND Flash memory chips, a SATA 6.0 Gbps interface and promises to deliver read and write speeds of up to 500MB/s and 450MB/s, respectively. The 240GB SSD [...]
Google has unveiled another one of its upcoming Android 4.2 tablet, the Nexus 10. Manufactured by Samsung, the tablet features a 10-inch 2560 x 1600 touchscreen display (300ppi), a 1.7GHz Samsung Exynos 5 dual-core processor, a 2GB RAM, a 16GB or 32GB of internal storage, dual cameras (1.9MP front & 5MP rear), NFC, WiFi, front-facing [...]
GIGABYTE has proudly introduced the FORCE M7 THOR Pro-laser gaming mouse. This high-end gaming mouse is designed with responsive buttons, reinforced USB cable, durable clicking lifespan, ideal shape and ergonomic grip. The GIGABYTE FORCE M7 THOR features a greatly improved 6000dpi advance laser sensor with 3-stage adjustment, offering lightning fast 12,000 FPS image processing capability [...]
Xigmatek has unveiled the new PRAETON LD963 CPU cooler. It is compatible with Intel (LGA 1366/1156/1155/775) or AMD (FM1/FM2/AM2/AM2+/AM3/AM3+) processors with a TDP of up to 115 W. Measuring 104mm x 93mm x 44mm, the PRAETON LD963 features three 6 mm heatpipes using H.D.T. (Heat-pipes Direct Touch) technology, aluminum alloy fins, and a 90 mm [...]
Livescribe has unveiled the new Sky Wi-Fi Smartpen. As its name suggests, the device combines Wi-Fi technology and cloud services, allowing users to store notes on the fly while automatically saving them to Evernote. The Livescribe Sky Wi-Fi Smartpen also provides an additional 500MB of monthly upload capacity for content created with the smartpen. Available [...]
Chuwi has dropped their newest Android 4.1 tablet ‘V99 Retina’ for the mass market. Specs-wise, the device sports a 9.7-inch 2048 x 1536 IPS capacitive multi-touch Retina display, a 1.6GHz Rockchip RK3066 dual-core processor, a Mali-400 GPU, a 1GB RAM, a 16GB of flash storage, a microSD card slot (up to 32GB), dual cameras (2MP [...]
Here comes a new Android smartphone card reader from Sanwa, the 400-GADR003W. Designed specifically for your Android smartphone, this card reader has two card slots including SD and microSD, and provides three different connection interfaces: a micro-USB port, a USB port and an HDMI port. The 400-GADR003W is available now for 6,480 Yen (about $81). [...]
Kingmax hits back with a new line of mSATA SSDs, the MMP30. Coming in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB sizes, these compact and lightweight SSDs are compliant with JEDEC MO-300B specifications, have a SATA 6.0 Gbps interface, support Intel Smart Response Technology and capable of delivering read and write speeds of up to 320MB/s and 520MB/s, [...]
Mouse Computer is bringing you their latest all-in-one desktop PC namely the Lm-One-T2270BR-A. Powered by a 2.20GHz Intel Core i7-3632QM processor, this space-saving machine is equipped with a 21.5-inch 1920 x 1080 Full HD touchscreen display, an Intel HM76 Express Chipset, an Intel HD Graphics 4000, a 16GB DDR3 RAM, a 1TB hard drive, a [...]
Sanwa has just added a new 7-port USB 2.0 hub to its product page, the USB-HBX710BK. Measuring 161mm x 200mm x 29.5mm and weighing 309g (body only), this slim hub comes with 7 USB 2.0 ports (3 ports – front & 4 ports – internal) and is equipped with a cable storage box for storing [...]
We're talking about sound quality, not Bluetooth or Android compatibility. Here are the best of the best under-$100 headphones, and many are under $50!
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The Audiophiliac takes a stroll down memory lane and recalls some of the most important gear of decades past.
If digital recordings were truly better than analog, they would sound more like real music, but digital just sounds different, not better.
Home theater receivers have evolved in huge and dramatic ways over the years. With so much change every year and so many brands available choosing one can be daunting for anyone. In this post I thought I would cover what I think about when making a recommendation to a client as well as what I ...
The Audiophiliac visits Denver's Rocky Mountain Audio Fest and discovers a treasure trove of affordable goodies.
Most people listen to music in their cars, portable players, or $10 computer speakers. Audiophiles are the 1 percent still listening at home over a hi-fi.
I finally got my hands on the new Dragonfly DAC from Audioquest and I can’t stop listening to it. Even as I type this I have Four Sticks from Led Zeppelins’ fourth album pounding and crashing between my ears! The sound is huge but how did I wind up in my office with headphones on? ...