Given that KitGuru has had quite a few conversations with AMD in the past about the benefits for creating a simple PC, in the smallest possible form factor, that could perform a wide variety of tasks – it's ironic that Intel is the company to launch the device. KitGuru takes …
Read More »Arctic F12 Pro PWM 120mm Fan Review
Today we are going to take a look at one of Arctic’s fans, the F12 Pro PWM. This is a 120mm model which is designed to be ultra quiet. It has a number of interesting features including a unique two-part rubber damped enclosure and PWM fan speed control.
Read More »KitGuru visits Multiplay i47
Gamers from across Europe have battled the adverse weather conditions and descended upon the International Centre in Telford for the last i-Series LAN of the year, i47. This is a smaller event than the summer i-Series (i46 this year). KitGuru's reporters were on hand to take a look around. We …
Read More »Is a Polish hacker using your credit card right now?
Are you security aware? Most of us shop online fairly regularly. I use multiple passwords for all my accounts and play it safe, as best as I can. I was asked to help a friend (not the brightest guy you could meet if I was being honest) with his system …
Read More »Eating out and mobile phones, do they mix?
I posted earlier this week about the increasing dominance of technology in our lives. I think we all struggle when we don't have our phones, or tablets, or laptops handy. I was in a restaurant earlier this week for dinner with a couple of friends, and I noticed around me …
Read More »Apple ‘anti fanboys’, just as bad?
Did I ever tell you about my friend Dave? Dave simply hates Apple computers. Dave isn't his real name, but he has a Facebook account and reads this page, and likes his privacy. I like that about him. He likes the Kitguru Facebook page because ‘Most people commenting there seem …
Read More »Sony patents dual shock move controller
A new patent has been published, that seems to suggest Sony is looking to create a new type of controller that combines its traditional dual analogue stick setup, with twin motion move peripherals. While functionally it could be interesting, it looks pretty dumb. It seems like the controller will be …
Read More »Amazon to launch EU publishing arm
Already dominating book sales around the world and even more so in the Ebook industry, Amazon is set to expand its own publishing business into Europe as early as next year. Based out of its Luxembourg, EU HQ, Amazon will be initially looking for English language authors. While it seems …
Read More »BPI asks Pirate Party UK to close Pirate Bay proxy
Since The Pirate Bay (TPB) was blocked by the major ISPs in the UK earlier this year, the Pirate Party has been running a proxy to allow people to easily circumvent the block. Now though, the British Phonographic Organisation (BPI) has sent a request, asking that it be removed. Of …
Read More »Windows Phone 8 ported to the HTC HD2
The HTC HD2, first released in late 2009 is undoubtedly the smartphone that will never die. In its latest accomplishment, Windows Phone 8 has been ported to the device. It is also worth keeping in mind the HD2 originally launched with Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional. The feat has been accomplished …
Read More »Laptop prices have stagnated for 2 years
We have all gotten used to the idea that we work in/around a fast-paced industry where product cycles endlessly spin out new product at lower prices than ever before, but that's not so true in the laptop sector. Even with massive competition from the tablet PC industry, laptops seem to …
Read More »Windows 8, Microsoft and the upcoming Surface Pro
Yes, I am currently the very happy owner of the new Microsoft Surface. I decided to buy the 64gb version last week and have really warmed to it in the last 5 days of testing and experimentation. Windows 8 has been a hot topic of conversation for enthusiast users since …
Read More »The Humble THQ Bundle is live, pay what you want for 7 games
If you're interested in getting seven great games for not even $6 then The Humble THQ Bundle is likely what you are after. For just a dollar you can get Steam keys for Metro 2033, Company of Heroes, Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts, Company of Heroes: Tales of Valor, Red Faction: Armageddon and …
Read More »RIM devs preparing for Blackberry 10 QWERTY smartphone
Research In Motion are preparing for the biggest launch of their history, it is make or break time with their BlackBerry 10 operating system next year. They have introduced the Dev Alpha C smartphone for developers, so they can test their applications and prepare for the launch of the Blackberry …
Read More »Apple, do they breed fanatics?
I don't mind Apple (opinion of me ‘Carl' not ‘Kitguru). Yeah, its not cool to say that here. I know a lot of our readers hate Apple with a passion. Im actually rather neutral when it comes to their products. I think the iPad is genuinely a great product, but …
Read More »Newzbin2 closes its doors
Usenet indexing site Newzbin2 has shut down, over a year after a court order forced the UK's biggest ISPs to block it and following continued action by copyright lobbyists to prevent it from operating in a fashion that was possible for the admins to continue. “For a long time we …
Read More »Female Geeks – win hardware, be creative!
Hi, im Carl, I am a recovering alcoholic. Ermm… yes im kidding. I really do never know how to start these posts. Many of you will know me as the Kitguru ‘Facebook Monkey' – I may post under the name ‘Kitguru' but behind the posh name its just Carl, an …
Read More »VTX3D break sub £700 price point for HD7990
If you have a lot of money and want the ultimate gaming performance, then there are only two solutions to aim for. Nvidia's stonking GTX690 or the latest HD7990 from several of AMD's leading partners. VTX3D have just launched their card in the United Kingdom and several etailers will be …
Read More »Lib Dems could oppose email snooping bill
While it's not certain at the moment, it's being suggested by some sources that the Liberal Democrats could be pushing to have the Communications Data Bill – one that would give police increased powers to monitor email and internet usage – squashed. According to the BBC, the Home Office is …
Read More »Lovefilm cuts back streaming offerings
One of the big selling points of a streaming library is the sheer number of films and TV shows it offers. Today Lovefilm's total dropped by more than 60, as it axed Doctor Who and a plethora of other shows. This marks an about face by Lovefilm – once owned …
Read More »Microsoft to patch Windows Phone 8 rebooting issue
Some early adopters of Windows Phone 8 devices such as the Nokia Lumia 920 and Windows Phone 8X by HTC have discovered that their new devices are prone to randomly rebooting, presumably due to stability issues. The latest reports are suggesting that Microsoft believes that they have identified the issue …
Read More »Google takes a swipe at Facebook
Google's social vice president Bradley Horowitz has taken a few swings at Facebook, as part of his suggestion that the time is ripe for Google's + service to become the dominant social network, citing what he considers to be a general distaste for Facebook's advertising practises as a major reason …
Read More »Wii U needs a fix to access the web and hit sales targets
While Sony and Microsoft prepare to increase the realism on the next generation of sitting-room based consoles, Nintendo has always focused more on playability. As the Wii U lands in British stores, KitGuru assesses the unit shipments required for this new box to be a success. We asked around the …
Read More »Windows Phone 7.8 rolling out from early 2013
While we are sure many early adopters of the Windows Phone platform were disappointed to find their devices would not be updated to the latest Windows Phone 8, Microsoft is set to deliver the compromise in early 2013. Windows Phone 7.8 for such devices as the Nokia Lumia 800 and …
Read More »Yahoo’s Marissa Mayer speaks out about Maps problems
Yahoo's CEO Marissa Mayer has spoken out publicly for the first time since taking over the company. She is one of the most powerful women in the industry and her views are always heard worldwide. Jon Fortt reported on her speech saying “No bombshells from Mayer, but she did talk …
Read More »Microsoft attack Google – bad place to shop
Microsoft have started an attack on Google, devising a marketing campaign which is focused on a recent change in the way Google operates the part of their search engine devoted to shopping results. These revisions require merchants to pay Google to get their products listed in the shopping section. Microsoft …
Read More »Apple fires Maps boss Richard Williamson
Apple have removed failed maps boss Richard Williamson from the team as CEO Tim Cook looks to reshuffle the ranks in the company, moving forward. Apple are a strong company, they don't often have to deal with a high profile ‘disaster', however their IOS6 maps has been one of their …
Read More »Windows store ‘has a lot of potential’
With the release of the new Microsoft Surface tablet, a lot of focus has been placed on the Windows Store. I have been playing with a Surface myself now for a week and I have to say, I am actually quite impressed with it. Sure, it is a little ‘clunky' …
Read More »RIM may end up owing Nokia $5 per phone
Many of the news headlines lately have been detailing the war between Samsung and Apple. As these are the market leaders, it is understandable. Under the radar however, Nokia and Research In Motion (RIM) are embroiled in their own wireless patent battle. Nokia have said that RIM “is not entitled …
Read More »Sony looks likely to sell battery business
Sony is looking likely to sell its battery business, after reports emerged that up to three different parties could be interested in its purchase, all of them investment banks. This move would see the production of li-ion batteries for laptops and smartphones being completely sold off to another firm. Like …
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