Hardware Reviews
Microsoft LifeCam VX-6000 Webcam Review
Microsoft seem to have a good hand on the computing market, and webcams are part of this, the reason for Microsoft producing webcams is because of its instant messaging program, Windows Live Messenger which has millions of users worldwide, a large proportion of these using webcams to communicate with …
Vodafone HSDPA USB modem
With the advancement of internet connection modems, it was only a matter of time for there to be a USB modem and this came as a welcomed direction for me as I have always wanted something with which I can connect to the internet with that is just as …
Canon i9900 Inkjet Printer
With so many printers on the market, it may be hard deciding which is right for you. My printer recently died on me, so I shopped around for something simple, yet something fast and reliable. Someone recommended I try the Canon i9900 Inkjet printer.
I like it because it’s super …
Scanner EPSON Perfection 1650
I recently used the Epson’s model Perfection 1650 scanner and I would like to share what I like and what I don’t about it. Maybe its best feature is its ability to scan both photo prints and slides or 35 mm filmstrips. Despite the fact that digital cameras are …
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 4-Port Hub
I brought this hub after I was getting sick to death of having to go to the back of my computer to plug in my USB pen drive, for someone like me, who saves everything on an external data storage, this really helped.
The hub has a long cable which …
Flatron L1950SQ Computer Monitor
I got a new computer monitor. It is the Flatron L1950SQ.
I simply needed a new one, because the old one gave up the ghost. The new monitor needs only very few space on the desk, which I appreciate, because the desk is my working place. So now, there is …
Broadcom Usb Bluetooth dongle
My computer doesn’t facilitate internal Bluetooth so I use Broadcom USB Bluetooth dongle to meet my needs. I listen to plenty of music and for that I bought a Bluetooth headset to enjoy good hassle free music, I had a internal Bluetooth device on my notebook but my …
A4 Tech OP-620D 2X Click Mouse
This is an optical mouse from A4 tech that my brother recently bought. It is in white color, also available in other two more colors: black, and silver. It is a PS/2 mouse, and we connect it to a serial port of our desktop PC.
It can be plugged and …
Black & Decker Cordless String Trimmer
It used to be I could go out and buy a Black & Decker product and know I was getting quality for my money. But, I really am starting to think that company is starting to go downhill a bit.
I recently decided to spend the money on a cordless …
Sony 1GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
This memory stick actually came with the camera that my boyfriend sent me as a late birthday gift. I know memory sticks are just that, and don’t really need a review. But this particular memory stick gave ma a headache. I don’t know if I got a bum Adapter, …
Maxell Earphones E-125
It’s funny how I actually took the advice of my little sister and my little cousin on one particular day and decided to actually not go with these particular earphones. Instead, it was somehow inside of their instincts that a less appealing pair of earphones from Panasonic would actually …
Intel Pentium D
The Intel Pentium D is an okay processor for ordinary usage. I would not recommend this (even the highest end one, the 2.8 ghz, for gaming). Depending on which one you get, most of them do not support overclocking, which means making your CPU faster than it is …
Corsair Survivor USB Flash Drive
My first thought when I picked up the Corsair Flash Survivor USB drive was that it’s huge. Much bigger than the pictures had looked online. I would say it’s about a quarter inch longer than the average USB flash drive, and a quarter of an inch taller. …
Razer Deathadder 3000DPI Mouse
My mouse was on it’s way to technology heaven, it was a Deathadder but it was the older 1800 dots per inch(DPI) speed mouse. I was way too used to how it moved and felt so I picked up the exact same one, but updated.
This updated Deathadder is the …
Roxio Game Capture HD PRO
Recently, I’ve been watching a lot of videogame gameplay footage on Youtube from channels like GameGrumps, NerdCubed, and TotalBiscuit, and I thought it would be fun to make some gameplay videos of my own. I mostly play games on console, so I searched the net for a device that …
Seagate Barracuda Hard Drive - Ultra ATA 160 GB
A few months ago an unpleasant instance occurred that put a halt to my computer-related activities—”my six-yr-old hard drive was corrupted and a replacement is the only solution. I have no choice but to buy a new one in Cyberzone (SM North), a place replete with shops where one …
Logitech Premium Headset
Let me tell you what I don’t like about this product; the cords are too short. The cord is okay if you have a laptop or a notebook, but for those who use this with a desktop, it may need more length. But that’s the only thing that bothered …
Vadem Clio 1050
I am not sure about this Vandem Clio 1050 that we used in the office. It was just used as PC companion. We used to have it as a database backup of our files. Although I’m working for a programming service, we got to stack up files to be …
AMD Phenom II x4 965 Black Edition/True Quad Core/3.4 GHz AM3 socket
I have been always using the Intel processor since 1999 for my desktops and laptop computers. After my previous ASUS motherboard was damaged by lousy, unbranded power supply, I decided to switch to AMD processor in my new system unit. After comparing prices between Intel Core i5 processor and …
Hewlett Packard Laser Jet 1100
In our household we use the Hewlett Packard Laser Jet 1100 for our printing needs. I find that the dimensions of the printer fit nicely on our desk. For smaller desks, it might be a little bulky since it�s not as compact as more modern printers.
The ink …
Seagate 1.5 TB 7200 RPM 3.5” External Hard Disk
After being stuck in my internal hard disk for about a few years, I bought this product a few months ago and now I am feeling really “free” as I have freed up a large amount of space on my internal hard disk.
External hard disks are great. Especially if …
Ink Refilling Station
A friend suggested me to try Ink Refilling Station located at the 2nd floor of Puregold Imus. My friend told me that it is a good way to earn more revenue if my printer ink tank is refillable.
At first, I was skeptical to used this process because I …
Epson Stylus D78 Printer
I purchased this printer online approx 4 months ago now and i think its great. The cartidges are cheap and easy to get hold of and the design is modern and sleek. I found this to be easy to use and it comes with an easy to follow manual. …
Gigabyte P55M-UD2 Ultra Durable 3 Motherboard
I have been using Gigabyte P55M-UD2 Ultra Durable 3 Motherboard for about 3 months now and I am very happy with the purchase I made. Considering the technical specifications of the product and the personal experiences I had with it, I can easily say that this is a very …
Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch Ultra Cover 2X Coverage - Spa Blue
Frankly, it’s been a long time since I’ve used spray paint, and when I say a long time, I’m talking decades, but recently I had a project that I wanted done fast and as easily as possible, so I went shopping for spray paint. The Rust-Oleum brand was …
Kingston Data Traveler/ 4GB
I prefer a pen drive to carry data rather than a CD or a DVD. It gives me much more freedom to transfer data than other storage devices. The one that I have is a 4GB data traveler which is more than sufficient to carry around my data. I …
Rosewill FB-03 Dual Fans mATX Mid Tower Computer Case
I bought the Rosewill FB-03 Dual Fans ATX Mid Tower Computer Case for my first gaming PC build. I had a strict $400 budget, so I was looking for a case that cost less than $30. The Rosewill case was on sale for only $20 and seemed to have …
Koyo Multi chargers for Notebooks
Multi chargers are just very useful be it for mobile phones or notebook. Ours is a joint family with plenty of software engineers thus have 4-5 people working on the laptops and everyone has their own personal favorite brand. I personally own a Lenovo notebook but my brother has …
Kingston 4GB DDR3 1333 Mhz RAM
I purchased this product a few months ago and I am very happy with the choice I made. The era of DDR2 RAMs are close to an end, and if you are looking to buy a new computer, you should definetely choose a DDR3 system in order to get …
Heritek Mobile Speaker SU-21
The Heritek Mobile Speaker is a small stereo system that is specifically designed for playing music in portable devices (such as MP3’s, MP4’s, iPod’s, and even cell phones!), in MMC/SD cards, and in U disks. The Mobile Speaker also has a built-in radio function, a lithium ion battery (that …
Linksys WVC200 wireless camera
The WVC200 networking wireless camera is the most affordable device if you want to add a security camera in your shop or at home. Last year, I helped my customer install this camera. I tell you, this is so easy to install if you have an existing network at home. …
Portable USA PU-15WB Wireless 15-Inch Digital Picture Frame
Do not purchase this digital picture frame! It does not work properly as it fails to show certain pictures. I have no idea why and the manual does not cover such problems. I returned the digital picture frame after I called customer service and was given nothing but half …
ImageRunner 3300I Copy Machine
The Canon ImageRunner 3300I Copier is a Network Workhorse as long as you do not have customized software systems.
We have 15 of these in my workplace and I have programmed 5 of them.
These do take some bookreading to program the 1st time, longer if you have very many users. …
Fellowes Monitor Riser Stand Model 8031101
Most people have trouble maintaining the position of their monitor to reduce tension in their neck or shoulders. The best solution is to get a monitor riser, but I’ve found that most risers are too high for me. Then I end up having to adjust my chair to make …
HP A705W mother board taboo
My mom has owned her HP A705W computer for almost two years so I consider that to be fairly new. My kids started downloading a bunch of programs and got a virus that kept making the computer shut down constantly. We tried everything to get rid of the virus. …
Intel Core i5-2500k Sandy Bridge 3.3 GHz
The Intel Core i5-2500k processor is lightning fast, versatile, and worth every penny of its price ($219). In that particular price range, the i5 may be easily considered as “top dog.” Before deciding on its purchase, I researched it thoroughly as not to waste money. General consensus was marked …
MagicJack
MagicJack developed by Dan Borislow, is a Voice over the Internet Protocol (VOIP) device that plugs into your computer’s USB drive, and then allows you to make free phone calls to anywhere in the United States and Canada . The initial cost is just under $50, and then …
Canon PC170 Black and White Copier
Since I have been trying to set up my home office I just wanted to make it complete with a personal copier. I checked around and decided to purchase the Canon PC170 Black and White Copier.
The things I like about this copier is the size is compact, it can …
Sony AD-7280S-0B 24x Internal DVD-RW Drive
I’ve used many DVDRW drives over the years, and on the surface most of them seem to function the same. However, the Sony AD-7280s embodies some exceptional features that I believe sets it apart from many others. First, I want to provide a few details on purchasing …
Freecom USB Toughdrive
This is a great USB storage device, it not only offers a stunning memory of 80GB but it is also covered in a silicon membrane as a shock absorber. Unlike most other storage devices this one can drop from the height of your pocket/briefcase and it won’t break. Another …
ADSL ZTE ZXDSL Modem
As I am going to upgrade from dial up to broadband connection for my internet connection, I need to get a new external ADSL modem. I was a bit wary and skeptical even at branded product as my previous dial up modems,Thunderbird and 3Com US Robotics brands broke down …
Insignia Headphones
I bought an MP3 player from Best Buy and then I felt the need to go back and buy a pair of wireless headphones that would compliment the MP3. When I took the headphones out of the package the black ring that holds the ear padding on was broken …
Kinesis Freestyle Keyboard
This is the keyboard I’m using to type this review out right now. This keyboard is actually one of the better keyboards I’ve used. The worst keyboard I have used has to be the old standard dell or microsoft black ones with jutting keys. Compared to that one, this …
D-link switches
Sharing and networking is one of the toughest areas in the field of computer studies. Every thing looks easy but when it comes to practicing it on field it sure is very tough. I am a networking student and I have to deal with all kinds of hub …
Inspire all in one USB card reader
Inspire all in one USB card reader is a great asset to own if you are into downloading songs onto the mobile phones and ipones. I run a mobile shop and so have to upload and download music onto various kinds of chips and mobile device. With the …
DeWalt DWD11K Drill
I used this drill for a while and for some time it worked very well. The problem that I ended up having with it was that the drill bit got stuck and I was unable to remove it. I still have it but I have since …
IntelliMouse Optical USB and PS/2 Compatible Mouse
This is the mouse I am using right now and it is a wired mouse. In my opinion, there is nothing better than a traditional wired mouse. Maybe some people like those wild wireless ones, but I don’t. I would pick a wired one any day. They just can’t …
Chapin Clean ‘N Seal Poly Deck, Fence, and Patio Sprayer
I needed something to spray sealant onto my deck so I decided to purchase this spray. It works very well and I’m glad I decided to purchase it. It is 2 gallons which is big enough for what I needed it for but if you plan on …
Linksys router WRTG45 wireless router
I am using the linksys WRTG 45 wireless router at home. This is a very easy to use and durable router. We had a dlink router previously that went down after several months. We have had this linksys router for over a year and it is still …
Arita Recordable CD
I buy recordable CDs and DVDs for filing of my files at work, and for personal usages too, like my photos and some music and of course movies. I usually buy at CDR King for generic recordable devices; they sell cheaper and by bulk. They always have the stock …
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