Cool As Ice
If you're an overclocker or a computer
enthusiast, you would know the importance in investing in a good after-market
CPU cooler to keep your processor at a lower temperature whether you're trying
to beat the overclocking world record or fragging enemies in Battlefield 3. The
CoolerMaster X6 supports a wide variety of socket types, including Intel's
LGA2011 and LGA1155/1156 and AMD's AM3 and AM3+, it also features a honeycomb
fin structure to maximize surface area for cooling. The angled base also acts
as a means to increase airflow throughout the chassis. Adorned in a satin
finish with crimson red blades, the X6 is not just a looker, it's also cool as
ice.
CoolerMaster X6 CPU Cooler
Price: $70
Balanced Sounds
Whilst Skullcandies and Beats headphones
appear to be all the rage now amongst the younger crowd, there is still a crowd
of music lovers who still enjoy listening to music with headphones that don't
blast out artificially boosted bass and boring-sounding music. Catering to this
group of people, Sony has recently launched a new line of Balanced Armature In
Ear headphones, and in this particular case, the XBA 4 Quad Balanced Armature
In Ear Headphones. Balanced Armature drivers are typically a quarter the size
of a standard dynamic drivers typically used in similarly designed headphones.
What this means is that makers can add more drivers into the earphones to
create a truly dynamic audio experience without having to compromise on pricing
and quality. The four BA drivers in the XBA 4 include the full range, tweeter,
woofer and super woofer drivers, which appeals to music lovers seeking an
intensely satisfying listening experience with both treble and bass reproduced
in high fidelity.
Sony XBA 4 Balanced Armature In-Ear Headphones
Price: $393
Portable Projections
Projectors are often tricky things to
consider purchasing. Choosing that perfect projector has often been a conundrum
as the big names cost and functionality collide. What Canon has put together
with their new LV-8320 LCD projector however might just solve that conundrum.
Featuring a 1280x800 WXGA resolution, the LV-8320 projector will have no
problems ensuring the correct aspect ratio is followed with all modern laptops
and won't require any resolution adjustments. Images are projected at 3000
lumens, resulting in bright and vivid images even in open rooms such as
classrooms and places that lack controlled lighting. Not only that, the LV-8320
also has a long lifespan of 5000 hours for the light bulb and 5,500 hours for
the air filter. It also has an Intelligent Lamp Dimming System that adjusts the
lamp's output to suit the brightness of the room.
Canon LV-8320 LCD Projector
Price: $1,535
Inspired By Music
ASUS has released several impressive-looking
notebooks since they appointed Jay Chou as one of their honorary designers, and
what better way to start off the New Year with more? The new ASUS N-series Jay
Chou Mystic Edition N45SL features an exclusive new design incorporating clean
lines and a refreshing white cover with dainty designs that are sure to make
your laptop stand out from the crowd. Powered by Intel's Second Generation Core
i5 2.3GHz processor and NVIDIA's GTX635 discrete graphics card, the 14 inch
laptop is both a looker and a powerhouse at the same time. Not only does the
graphics look great on this machine, it sounds great too, with the inclusion of
ASUS' SonicMaster audio system, which was co-developed by ASUS' very own Golden
Ear and Bang & Olufsen's ICEPower audio teams to ensure the best in audio
quality. The ASUS N-series Mystic Edition laptops are now available in IT
stores nationwide.
ASUS N-series Mystic Edition
Price: $949
Armaggeddon G7
Price: TBA
Gaming mouse are usually pricey peripherals
that only the most hardcore of gamers would consider upgrading to. With
Armaggeddon's new G7 mouse however, all that may change. The G7 has built-in
memory that can be used to store macro settings and can be loaded onto other
computers from the mouse itself. Seven programmable buttons make the G7 a great
mouse to use in games where shortcut keys make or break games in your favour.
You can also customize the G7's sensitivity up to 3,200 CPI for fast sweeping
across maps if you're playing RTS games or lower them down all the way to 400
CPI if you're aiming for a steady shot in FPS games. The nylon cord and rubber
grip also ensure that the cable doesn't get tangled and your grip on the mouse
is always secure even in the most intense of gaming sessions.
