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4Ghz Delayed
Jul 30, 04 @ 05:52PM by zero in Processors

Intel has decided to delay its release of the Pentium 4 4.0Ghz from the fourth quarter of 2004 to the first quarter of 2005. More details on Xbit labs.
Xbit Labs

Sempron VS Celeron D
Jul 30, 04 @ 05:52PM by zero in Processors

Looking for a budget computer and you don?t know if you should get a Sempron or Celeron D? PCPerspective has a review comparing the Sempron and the Celeron D. Check it out.
PC Perspective

Rewriting Open GL
Jul 30, 04 @ 05:52PM by zero in Video

ATI wants to improve its Open GL performance and they are planning to rewrite the whole thing. More news on the Inquirer.
The Inquirer

PDAs are Weak
Jul 30, 04 @ 05:52PM by zero in General Hardware

Virus attacks were thought to only exist on our laptops and desktops, but now they?re reaching into our portable PDAs! Seems like Windows CE and PocketPCs are the major targets.
AnandTech

No Xbox 2 next year
Jul 30, 04 @ 05:52PM by zero in General Hardware

Microsoft is not going to release its Xbox 2 next year for unknown reasons at the moment. So when is it going to come out?
Xbit Labs

Official guide to Doom 3 hardware
Jul 30, 04 @ 03:39PM by CrimsonA in Video

Doom 3 is finally coming out after what seems to be endless delays, and HardOCP has an OFFICIAL guide to Doom 3 hardware configs - not for the faint hearted.
Hard OCP and Team iD

RealNetworks iPod 'hack' legit or no?
Jul 30, 04 @ 03:39PM by CrimsonA in General Hardware

Originally just a plan to take advantage of all the iPod users in the world, Real's reverse-engineered iPod compatible tracks has landed them in hot water - although there are signs it might not be as bad as originally thought.
News.com

64 bit Windows delayed causes response
Jul 30, 04 @ 03:39PM by CrimsonA in General Hardware

Hot on the heals of another delay, Microsoft has announced that Windows Server 2003 users will get a free upgrade, a 64-bit SP, if you will. Now for Windows XP users to get the same.
The Register

Liebermann introduces PowerBook wannabe
Jul 30, 04 @ 03:39PM by CrimsonA in General Hardware

L', a little famous for their out-of-the-box triple monitor system (or quad), is introducing a 17 inch PCI-Express Prescott PowerBook (under a slightly different name). Most incredible will be the screen - 1920x1200 on a 17 inch?
X-bit Labs

LCD monitors feeling the heat
Jul 30, 04 @ 03:39PM by CrimsonA in General Hardware

With price crashes predicted weekly, it's too bad all we've seen are price trickles. However, kateky there has been a noticeable drop in the prices of BenQ and Samsung LCD monitors.
The Inquirer

Sempron Review
Jul 28, 04 @ 03:09PM by zero in Processors

Offically announced today is AMD?s latest Sempron processor family. Reviews are up on Hot Hardwar, Tech Report, Techware Labs and Tom?s Hardware.
Anandtech

Explanation of Memory Timing
Jul 28, 04 @ 03:09PM by zero in General Hardware

For those who do not know what memory timing is, this the right article for you. :)
CoolTechZone

Tweaking the Catalyst
Jul 28, 04 @ 03:09PM by zero in Tweaks

TweakGuides.com has an ATI Catalyst Tweak Guide allowing you to optimize your ATI card further. Check it out!
TweakGuides.com

64-Bit OS delayed?again
Jul 28, 04 @ 03:09PM by zero in General Hardware

On Tuesday Microsoft announced that they will be delaying their release of its 64-bit operating systems until the first half of 2005. It seems like the new 64-bit beta edition Windows cannot be installed on systems based on Intel?s x86-64 processors.
Xbit Labs

Dell/Gateway Gal
Jul 28, 04 @ 03:09PM by zero in General Hardware

Check this out. This girl gets to take a Gateway and Dell PC into college, as well as receiving special student offers! Hmmm?doesn?t she look familiar?
The Inquirer


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