ORIGIN PC announced today its full support for the IGN Pro League (IPL), the competitive video game league presented by IGN Entertainment. ORIGIN PC will power the league’s next highly-anticipated event, IPL 5, with “The Continue reading “The Official IPL PC is Available now from ORIGIN PC for $1199”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 14, 2012 at 8:28am
Have you wanted a benchmark that can compare Windows, Android and iOS devices on a fair and level playing field? We certainly have and it looks like next 3DMark will do exactly that. For the Continue reading “New 3DMark Will Compare Windows, Android and iOS Devices”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 14, 2012 at 7:59am
Russia Today has interviewed Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak who he had some interesting things to say about internet freedoms and how they are being eroded. He discussed the ongoing scandal that is the Megaupload takedown, Continue reading “Steve Wozniak Interviewed About Megaupload Scandal and Internet Freedom”. …more
By michaels •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 6:30pm
GTA V, due for release spring 2013 by Rockstar Games, has had another couple of screenshots taken, both of which show decent views of the game’s huge world. The first screenshot shows the main protagonists Continue reading “Upcoming GTA V Gets Two More Screenshots Showing Helicopter Flight and Rapelling”. …more
By michaels •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 6:09pm
The founder of the software antivirus company McAfee Inc., John McAfee, is wanted by police in the Central American nation of Belize in connection with a murder of another U.S. citizen). He is a prime Continue reading “McAfee, Antivirus Software Founder, Wanted in Murder Case”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 5:48pm
Microsoft’s new ARM-based Surface RT tablet has received its first slew of updates in the monthly “patch Tuesday” update cycle. As well as the usual security holes being fixed, one of the updates apparently improves Continue reading “Microsoft’s New Surface RT Gets Slew of Updates, Improves App Performance”. …more
By michaels •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 5:33pm
HTC and Verizon Wireless today announced the exclusive DROID DNA by HTC, the ultimate smartphone and the first with a full HD 1080p display. The DROID DNA by HTC will be available exclusively through Verizon Continue reading “HTC Announces Droid DNA for Verizon Wireless For $199”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 4:52pm
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has reportedly hired investment bankers from J.P. Morgan Chase (JPM) to explore strategic options, including a potential sale of the company. AMDs stock has plunged more than 60% so far this Continue reading “Could AMD Be For Sale? AMD Reportedly Hires J.P. Morgan To Find Buyer”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 3:42pm
AMD just sent us word that they have released AMD Catalyst 12.11 beta 7 drivers. The only major change with this minor release update is that it includes CrossFire performance improvements for Call of Duty Continue reading “AMD Catalyst 12.11 Beta 7 Driver Released For Call of Duty: Black Ops 2”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 3:16pm
Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) today reveals its first motherboard with Thunderbolt support, the Brand-New Black Series Z77H2-A5X Deluxe, based on the new Intel Z77 chipset. The Black Deluxe Series was created with power users and Continue reading “ECS Launches First Intel Motherboard w/ Thunderbolt Support – Z77H2-A5X Deluxe”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 11:56am
Humans may be gradually losing intelligence, according to a new study. The study, published (Nov. 12) in the Cell Press journal Trends in Genetics, argues that humans lost the evolutionary pressure to be smart once Continue reading “Advances in Society Make Humans Stupider”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 10:16am
MAINGEAR is adding the new NOMAD 15 custom gaming notebook mobile solution to its product lineup for PC gamers to tackle on their favorite PC games with the latest mobile hardware such as 3rd generation Continue reading “MAINGEAR Announces The Nomad 15 Gaming Laptop”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 9:56am
NZXT today introduced the Respire Series of budget conscious CPU Coolers that are aimed for compact cases. These aluminum-fin heatsinks utilizing seamless direct touch (SDT) technology for maximum cooling efficiency. With an MSRP of $29.99, Continue reading “NZXT Launches Respire CPU Coolers – Compact & Low Cost”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 7:28am
The wait is over. The groundbreaking Call of Duty: Black Ops II is now available at retail locations across the globe. The highly-anticipated sequel to the best-selling Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 console game in Continue reading “Call of Duty: Black Ops II Now Available Worldwide”. …more
By Nathan Kirsch •
Nov. 13, 2012 at 7:17am
News of Samsung’s upcoming Windows Phone 8 powered ATIV Odyssey smartphone first surfaced back in July. However, other than the product becoming official at this year’s Microsoft BUILD conference in October, when it was announced Continue reading “Leak: First Image of Samsung ATIV Odyssey Smartphone”. …more
By michaels •
Nov. 12, 2012 at 4:46pm