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The Benefits Of Google Apps
If you own a business, then there is a chance that you will be looking for a way in which you can share your files so that people can work remotely. This type of working is becoming more and more popular in the modern world, with companies realizing that they don't really have any need to pay to run an office when their employees could do exactly the same work from the comfort of their own home. This would save money for the company, and would also mean that the employee could cut down on the amount of time that they spent travelling to and from the office, as well as removing travel expenses. Here, we will explore more about just some of the benefits of Google Apps.
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Case Mod Friday: Smokey Green Giant
Welcome to another Case Mod Friday showcase! This week we have Derrick Ubbink’s Smokey Green Giant build. Here is what he had to say about it: The inspiration for this build comes from the frustration of dealing with small cases while water cooling. I set out to find a case that was simply huge and didn't have terrible outer aesthetics. I found the Fulmo GT met these requirements so quickly ordered one and set to work gutting it and making it to my liking. In the end I went with a dual loop water cooled setup, one for CPU the other GPU, each cooled by a single 420mm Alphacool radiator. And what started out as a TRI-SLI 3GB GTX 580 rig quickly became QUAD-SLI 580s and finally I went for a pair of GTX Titans. I'm super happy with the results and will just be enjoying it for awhile!
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Noctua Fans Review
So you’re putting together your all out custom build. You’ve got the best processor, motherboard, memory, GPU, and case you can buy. Now is the time you’re going to have to start thinking about fans and cooling. Whether it be air or water, you will need fans. This is often forgotten till the end, and this item is crucial to bringing all those bits together and helping them to perform to their fullest. While there are many options when it comes to choosing fans, it is very important to be selective in order to get the right fan for your configuration as well as a good quality fan. Today we are going to be taking a look at a broad selection of 9 fans from one of the most lauded fan manufacturers, Noctua.
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What You Need To Know about the Xbox One
Microsoft’s Xbox Reveal event was held today at Microsoft’s Redmond campus. If you missed it we have all of the information on the next generation Xbox console. After months of speculation the official name of the console will be Xbox One. The Xbox One is made to be an “all-in-one” box that interacts with all the devices in your home theater. Microsoft’s Don Mattrick said the core strategy is “simple, instant and complete.” The Xbox One will be available “later this year” and will ship with a new Kinect motion camera and controller. Read on as we go over some of the new features.
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Rosewill T600N Wireless Router Review
In this modern area of wireless networking, the market is flooded with devices with advanced feature sets, sometimes not performing as well as others. This trade-off can be frustrating. Sometimes, the basic features are all one really needs in a WiFi router, and the Rosewill T600N fills that gap. It’s an 802.11a/b/g/n router that can do 300 Mbps per frequency and even features standard replaceable antennas for its 2.4 GHz radio. ThinkComputers takes a look at this sub $60 unit that frequently can be found online for under $50!
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SilverStone DS322 Dual Bay USB 3.0 Enclosure Review
Sometimes it can be hard to find an easy, affordable and reliable solution for external PC backups in one product. I have used several HDD enclosures and NAS products from several different makers and never really fell in love with any of them. Most of them have extremely complicated menus that you have to sift through to try and figure out how to change the RAID setup of the device. Then you have to wait several hours just for it to format a few hundred Gigs of space. In the past, when deciding on a RAID capable enclosure you really need to prioritize what is important to you and ask yourself a few questions. How much does it cost? How reliable it is? How easy is it to use? Keep all of those questions in mind as you read this review and I think you will be pleasantly surprised with this enclosure.
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What To Expect From The Next iPhone
If Apple follows their typical release schedule, the new iPhone will be available sometime this summer, and the rumors are already flying about what that's going to contain. With rival phones from Android stepping up their game, will Apple feel the pressure to do something completely new and spectacular? Maybe it'll be like the 4S, which made small improvements to the iPhone 4 but didn't break out of the mold too much. Nobody really knows, as Apple hasn't provided us with any official information yet, but there are some of the speculated changes.
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Case Mod Friday: Amethyst
Welcome to another Case Mod Friday showcase! This week we have Anthony Hick's Amethyst build. He has actually sent us shots of his entire setup! Here is what he has to say about his build: My first build, designed for gaming. Essentially started out as a budget build, but I've been adding upgrades as I am able to afford them.
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AZZA Silentium 920 Case Review
When it comes to building a quiet PC system it ultimately comes down to the case. You want a case with sound-dampening properties and quiet fans. There are quite a few out there but today we are going to be checking out AZZA’s take on a quiet case. The AZZA Silentium 920 which is available in both white and black versions features thick sound dampening material on both side panels, two 120mm included fans and a sleek elegant design. Is this case the next one for your quiet system build? Read on as we take a look...
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Top Features of the Samsung Galaxy S4
The Samsung Galaxy S4 is one of the hottest gadgets today. This article will discuss the top features of this phone to help you determine what features you like in order to make a choice of the best device in the market. The Samsung S4 is definitely one of the biggest smartphone releases this year. It is very popular and there is no doubt about it since it is packed with tons of wonderful features putting it on the list of the best smartphones up to date. This phone is worth having since it is the product of great innovation only from the giant phone manufacturer Samsung.

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Amiigo: Fitness Bracelet For iPhone And Android

Amiigo: Fitness Bracelet For iPhone And Android

Are you a fitness junkie? Do you want to find out what types of workouts challenge your fitness levels? Or maybe you just want to keep better track of how active you are, whether that’s how your golf swing is, how fast or far you run, or what your heart rate level is during your curling sets. Amiigo has redefined the way we can track our fitness. They wanted to create something that would allow people to track the details of an exercise routine and how it affects the body so they came up with a way to personalize your workout routine with a fitness band, shoe bracelet and iPhone app.

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AviiQ ReadyClips USB Cables Review

AviiQ ReadyClips USB Cables Review

Just about every USB device once purchases comes with a USB cable. However, any person who has a lot of USB devices can veritably explain that not all USB cables are created equal. We first saw Aviiq’s ReadyClips USB cables at CES this year. This trio includes cables with a standard USB A male connector on one end and a micro USB connector (for phones, primarily), mini USB connector (for cameras and such), or an iPod connector.

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Choiix Power Fort 5600 Portable Battery Charger Review

Choiix Power Fort 5600 Portable Battery Charger Review

I hate when my phone dies, it feels like I’m disconnected from the rest of the world.  I always carry a charger with me and I have a car charger.  There are times where these 2 chargers are useless though.  It seems when I’m at the airport I cannot find an outlet and if I do its taken and people kill for those outlets!  That is why I’ve been really enjoying the Choiix Power Fort 5600 Portable Battery Charger.  This portable battery charger allows you to charge anything that charges via a USB connection and is small enough to fit inside your pocket or laptop bag.  Read on to see what it is all about.

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olloclip for iPhone 4 Review

olloclip for iPhone 4 Review

A couple of years ago when I would go somewhere I would carry 2 things with me, my phone and my digital camera.  Nowadays it is just my iPhone 4.  The camera is good enough where I can take great photos and since it is on my phone I can instantly share the photo to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.  What if you could add a lenses to your iPhone camera for different effects?  Well you can and today we are taking a look at a cool little product called the olloclip that is a fisheye, wide-angle and macro lens all in one that is made specifically for your iPhone 4.  Read on as we check it out.

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MiPow Juice Cover for iPad 2 Review

MiPow Juice Cover for iPad 2 Review

Portable electronics, we all have them and they all have one thing in common they are subject to battery life.  When the battery dies on these devices we no longer can play games, do work, or communicate with our friends.  No one wants to be sitting around doing nothing, that is what these portable electronics are for.  MiPow has a really cool protective case for the iPad 2 that also has a built in battery.  It is called the Juice Cover and we are taking a look at it today.

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Choiix Wake Up Folio iPad 2 Case Review

Choiix Wake Up Folio iPad 2 Case Review

We all want to protect the gadgets that we buy.  The iPad is one of the most popular devices out there so you can bet there are quite a few different options when it comes to accessories.  There are stands, cases, covers etc.  With so many options to choose from it is really hard to pick the perfect accessory for your iPad.  Well how about a protective case that is also a smart cover and a stand?  The case I am talking about is the Wake Up Folio from Choiix and we are going to check it out today.

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MiPow Maca Color iPhone 4 Charging Cases Review

MiPow Maca Color iPhone 4 Charging Cases Review

As you know we just got back from CES and almost everyone on staff has an iPhone.  This gave us the perfect oppurtunity to test out the Maca Color iPhone 4 charging cases.  These iPhone 4 cases not only provide protection for our iPhone’s, but also have a built in battery to keep our phones charged.  We are going to take a look at 2 different cases the Maca Color 2200 and the Maca Color Air.  The 2200 has a capacity of 2200mAh and the Air has a capacity of 1200mAh.  Read on to see how these charging cases compare to other charging cases we have reviewed.

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Griffin Beacon for iOS Review

Griffin Beacon for iOS Review

If there is one thing that has always bothered me it was that I have about 6 remotes for everything that is in my home theater setup.  This means I have to keep track of all 6 and if I lose one it is a pain.  Even a universal remote is something that can easily be lost.  If there is one thing that you always have with you it is your cell phone.  Griffin has come up with a really cool device that allows you to control everything in your home theater with your iPhone or iOS device.  It’s called the Griffin Beacon and we are going to take a look at it today.

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PowerSkin for iPhone 4 Review

PowerSkin for iPhone 4 Review

If you own an iPhone you know the battery does not last that long, especially if you are using the Internet or GPS throughout the day.  If you don’t have a charger in your car or at your desk then by the end of the day your phone is about dead.  So how can you make your iPhone last all day?  The solution is the PowerSkin, an iPhone case that has a built-in battery.  This will give your iPhone the extra boost it needs to get through the day.  Let’s take a look…

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Cygnett Imperial iPhone 4 Case Review

Cygnett Imperial iPhone 4 Case Review

Not that long ago we took a look at our first iPhone case from Cygnett, the WorkMate Pro and it proved to be a great case with at a great price.  Today we are taking a look at a more stylish case from Cygnett in the Imperial.  The Imperial is antique-style case that has a very cool pattern on it that will definitely get the attention of your friends.  Let’s see if this case can live up to the WorkMate Pro.

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