Titanfall is on its way, many gamers are looking forward to getting their hands on it after being impressed by the gameplay demo's we've seen and now we have an exact release date to look forward to: March 14th 2014. For those who need reminding, here is the E3 demo: …
Read More »A virus ridden GTA V torrent is doing the rounds
For PC gamers Grand Theft Auto V is a sensitive subject. Rockstar has left us in the dark when it comes to a PC version and all we've had to give us hope are a few retail leaks and a bit of source code. At this point it seems some …
Read More »Watch Dogs delayed until 2014
Watch Dogs, one of the most anticipated and best looking launch titles for the next generation consoles has been delayed until 2014, Ubisoft has announced in a blogpost. The reason for the delay seems to be quality issues on the Xbox One and Playstation 4. “We know a lot of you …
Read More »Xbox One and PC may have cross platform play
Gamers on both The Xbox One and the humble Windows PC, may be able to play with and against one another on cross platform games, according to head of Microsoft studios, Phil Spencer, who said in an interview with AusGamers, that the company learned a lot from the cross platform …
Read More »Tablets are still stealing PC market share
While PC gaming might be going through somewhat of a renaissance at the moment, with Valve gunning hard to create a more contemporary interpretation of it and developers creating some brilliant titles exclusive to the platform, the average PC gamer is doing pretty good. However, it seems everyone that isn't …
Read More »Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition announced
Injustice: Gods Among Us is getting a game of the year edition of sorts, with the ‘Ultimate Edition' including all previous DLC and will release to a few new platforms, including: the PS4, Vita and PC. Warner Bros just announced the new release coming out on the 29th of November, …
Read More »Nvidia is all about the PC now
While Nvidia has always been “about the PC” in some way or another, it put a lot of time and effort into the current, fading console generation as well, since it was reliving its war with ATI (now AMD) in the battle between the Xbox 360 and PS3. While its …
Read More »American Data firm suggests the PC is dying
The PC is dead. That's what they've been saying for 15 years or so, with every new console generation and every fad product that has its short time in limelight, but here I am tapping away on one in roughly the same manner I have for years, the screen's just …
Read More »Haswell approach causes mass price cuts
With every new beginning, there comes an end. Just as Ivy Bridge slid into the Sandy Bridge space, so a new king will soon arrive – demanding the overthrow of the present regime. But with the glitzy new product range comes issues. Most notably for Intel and its partners, “What …
Read More »Fractal Design Node 605 Case Review
Today we are going to look at the Node 605 from Fractal Design which is designed to be used primarily for home theatre PC builds. It is part of the same range as the Node 304 that we looked at recently which we found to be a very competent product. …
Read More »Want a dual core PC for Xmas but only have £119?
While we all love oggling the latest in 6-core, 12-threaded overclocking monstrosities – the reality is that many of us just need to replace an old box with a newer one. For example, as a child grows older or when you expand your business. Aria has been working on a …
Read More »No Halo 4 on PC
Halo 4 will not be coming to the PC platform, Microsoft has confirmed, stating that it was designed from the ground up as an Xbox 360 title and that's where it would stay. “Halo 4 was designed specifically for Xbox 360, and while we’re always exploring new ways to expand …
Read More »GTA V delayed for PC?
While players of previous generation GTAs will have somewhat expected it, new evidence has appeared that suggests the PC version of Grant Theft Auto 5 will be delayed beyond the release of the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of the game. Over at NeoGaff, one of the forum members managed …
Read More »Steam Big Picture launches today – could change industry
Valve is set to launch its latest expansive project today: Steam Big Picture. Designed to offer a decent Steam experience on your lounge TV – controlled via Xbox controller – Big Picture could end up having a very interesting impact on the industry. For one, while Valve has made it …
Read More »Orange OPC Review
There are a large number of companies in the UK who would be willing to build a PC to your own specification providing you're willing to put up enough cash. There isn't a whole lot which differentiates these PCs from each other, though, as you're usually restricted to the same …
Read More »Speedlink Medusa NX Core (X360 & PS3) Gaming Headset Review
This year there are a vast number of gaming headsets on the market, making it much harder for the consumer to find the perfect model to suit their own tastes. Companies such as Razer and SteelSeries only produce gaming peripherals whereas others like Logitech produce a larger range of products …
Read More »Cyberpower Fang III Black Mamba Review -the £4,000 system
This year we have reviewed a number of custom gaming PCs including the Palicomp Alpha Pulse, which we looked at quite recently. This system offered good value for money and was ideal for someone looking for a capable gaming system without spending a ridiculous amount of money. We don't like …
Read More »Zoostorm PC Review (with AMD Vision A6-3500 APU)
The Zoostorm brand may not be instantly recognisable to many but they have been around now for a few years. They are a UK based systems integrator who build budget friendly computers predominantly for the home and education markets. Rather than sell PCs direct to the consumer however Zoostorm have …
Read More »Analysts ponder 3% drop in chip market for 2012
While everyone seems to agree that 2013 will be lucky for most, 2012 is definitely turning into a disaster zone for most of the chip producers on the planet, in one way or another. Analysts at the Carnegie Group are now saying that they think they predicted 2012 to be …
Read More »LG pwns the tablet display market
As the whole world plus dog moves to a more mobile way of computing, wise companies who invested in flat panel manufacturing technology, are cashing in big time. But in this world of LED willy waving, who’s the alpha monkey? KitGuru steps into the ring to get hands on with …
Read More »No PC chip growth in 2012, phones fair far better
You can measure how well a market is doing in a number of different ways. IDC takes the ‘macro’ view – researching hard to work out what the long term patterns look like. At the other end of the scale, IC Insights watch the the fabrication plants (FABs) and they …
Read More »HP brings 27-inch Z1 AIO Workstation to market
Got a thing for the cleanliness of All-in-One PCs at the home or office but haven't found anything big and bold enough to tickle your fancy yet? – HP's Z1 might be more your cup of tea with the company claiming it as the world's first AIO “Workstation” positioned PC, …
Read More »Tablets to overtake PC sales? IDC think so
According to research firm IDC, the shipments of tablets and smartphones will overtake those of the PC system within the next 18 months. The tablet and smartphone market has been booming in 2010, as more people latch onto the benefits of accessing email and browsing the net from remote locations. …
Read More »Dawn of a new Ice Age with Cryo PC
Ten thousand years after the last great ice age receded (forming the Vale of Aylesbury on its way), Alan Johnson formed Cryo PC in the sleepy village of Granborough. KitGuru went to investigate. His technical team have all concealed their secret lives as ‘enthusiast overclockers’ by working real jobs in …
Read More »PC Partner prepares to float on stock exchange?
Floating a company onto the stock exchange is a great way to evolve. Not only does it bring in a huge amount of investment, it also ensures that the original founders finally get paid for all their initial work. China is full of massive companies that are privately owned. One …
Read More »Power Supply Buying Guide
System failure and instability? We all used to love blaming Windows, but poor power supplies are often the cause. Whether you’re solving issues, upgrading or buying a complete new rig – KitGuru investigates the dark art of PSUs for you. Why do we need a PSU? Your home is probably …
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