Monthly Archives: December 2015

Razer Wildcat Xbox One Controller Review

Razer Wildcat Xbox One Controller Review

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Before now we’ve been using one extremely standard Xbox One wireless controller and one highest-end controller from Microsoft. Now that the Razer Wildcat has launched, it’s time we found an entirely new gaming grounds to roll around in. Here we’ve got a device that costs the same as an Xbox One Elite Controller, but isn’t as heavy. Here we’ve got a device that’s lighter than the original Xbox One wireless controller, but whose industrial design has far more finesse.
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Fuhu Nabi Elev-8 Review

Fuhu Nabi Elev-8 Review

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Just because children are young doesn’t mean the tech we give them should be crummy and slow. With the Fuhu Nabi Elev-8 ($170), parents can hand their kids a tablet wrapped in a colorful and protective shell that has a Snapdragon 615 octa-core processor and excellent parental controls. This 8-inch tablet is meant for children from  ages 6 to 9, runs a family-friendly version of Android and comes with screen after screen of fun and educational software. Picking one of these up could be the way to get your iPad out of Junior’s hands and back into yours, provided you don’t pull your hair out trying to get it set up first.
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Fossil Q Reveler review

Fossil Q Reveler review

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The Fossil Q Reveler is an activity tracker with a difference. It’s not packed with sensors or can really compete with similarly priced trackers for features. But it does the basics well including the surprisingly effective smartphone notifications. It’s the first tracker where I had a lot of compliments on how nice it looks, with most people mistaking it for a nice bracelet. It’s just a shame that it clearly has some compatibility problems. Especially if you own an Android phone. If Fossil can sort those out, then it would probably would’ve scored higher. Right now, it’s the activity tracker fashonistas will love and tech lovers will grow frustrated with.
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Zeiss Milvus 21mm f/2.8 Review

Zeiss Milvus 21mm f/2.8 Review

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Introduction

The Zeiss Milvus 21mm f/2.8 is a manual-aperture, manual-focus ultra-wide-angle prime lens for Canon and Nikon full-frame mirrorless cameras. It features an aperture range of f/2.8-f/22, 16 elements in 13 groups, a nine-bladed circular diaphragm for smoother bokeh blur in out of focus areas, and a precision-engineered full-metal casing. The Zeiss Milvus 21mm f/2.8 retails for £1299 / $1843 in the UK and USA respectively.
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2015 Ford Mustang GT Premium 5.0L V8 Review

2015 Ford Mustang GT Premium 5.0L V8 Review

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You could make a solid argument that the GT is the “true” Mustang. No compromise V6, and no fancy-pants EcoBoost turbo; the GT packs Ford’s naturally aspirated 5.0 liter V8, with the performance and soundtrack to match.

 

In GT Premium form, it’s good for 435 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. It’s also matched with a six-speed manual transmission as standard, though a six-speed auto with the de rigueur paddles is a $1k option.
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Pixel C review: Google's first tablet makes rookie mistakes

Pixel C review: Google’s first tablet makes rookie mistakes

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All of a sudden, pretty much every computer maker wants a Surface-like convertible of their own. Apple’s got the iPad Pro, of course, but Lenovo,Dell and HP are getting in on the action too. And now there”s the Pixel C from Google, a premium hybrid tablet built in-house (just like theChromebook Pixel), with a keyboard accessory that attaches via frickin’ magnets. Much like the iPad Pro, the Pixel C seems like an experiment to see just how far you can take a mobile OS into productivity territory typically handled by desktop platforms. But while it certainly feels like an obsessively designed device, it’s a bit too clunky to recommend, especially compared to the Surface 3 or other Android tablets.
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https://www.engadget.com/2015/12/08/google-pixel-c-review/

Raspberry Pi Zero vs Raspberry Pi 2 Model B

Raspberry Pi Zero vs Raspberry Pi 2 Model B

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We put the £4/$6 microcomputer head-to-head with its bigger brother to see whether cheapness = value for money.

The Raspberry Pi Zero is a little computer that’s made a big impact. It’s the latest single-board device from The Raspberry Pi Foundation, which has been stunning the world by continually making computers smaller and cheaper than anyone had thought possible.

It’s so popular, in fact, that when the official Raspberry Pi magazine gave away free units with every copy, the issue sold out inside of a day. With tech-heads clamouring to get their hands on the Raspberry Pi Zero, we put it head-to-head with its predecessor to see whether or not it’s really better than the Raspberry Pi 2 Model B.
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Amazon Fire TV 4K with Ultra HD review: set-top box is great when used with Amazon Prime services

Amazon Fire TV 4K with Ultra HD review: set-top box is great when used with Amazon Prime services

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AMAZON FIRE TV 4K (SECOND-GENERATION) WITH ULTRA HD REVIEW

Amazon may not have cracked the smartphone market with the Fire phone but it’s forging ahead with its Fire tablets and Fire TV media streamers, taking on the Roku, Chromecast and Apple TV. This is the second generation of its tiny set-top box: here’s our Amazon Fire TV with 4K Ultra HD review
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Runtastic Moment Elite Review: Good Looks, Bad Value

Runtastic Moment Elite Review: Good Looks, Bad Value

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One of the biggest knocks against fitness and activity trackers is that their designs make them stick out ─ in a bad way. The Runtastic Moment Elite ($179) is part of a growing class of devices that look like a traditional analog watch, but keep tabs on the number of steps you take, as well as your sleep. But while I like the looks of the Elite, it lacks some features found in similarly priced competitors.
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 Review

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 Review

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Introduction

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 is an entry-level bridge camera from Panasonic. It features a 42x optical zoom, with a focal length starting at a wide angle of 22mm, rising up to 924mm at the telephoto end. There’s also an 84x digital zoom available, too. A 20.0 million pixel 1/2.3-type CCD sensor is found inside the camera, while other specifications include 15 different filter effects, the ability to create panoramic images, and a 3-inch LCD screen. In terms of the rest of the market, the camera is relatively basic, with no inbuilt Wi-Fi, no touch sensitive screen and only 720p video recording. However, for the moment at least, it’s one of the cheapest bridge cameras on the market. It competes with cameras such as the Canon SX410IS (40x optical zoom) and the Nikon L840 (38x optical zoom). The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 costs around $250 / £150.
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Dell Inspiron 15 7000 (Late 2015) Review

Dell Inspiron 15 7000 (Late 2015) Review

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Design

This is one high-end Dell that doesn’t look like a MacBook clone. While it doesn’t possess the flashing lights of its gaming brethren over at Alienware, the Inspiron 15 7000 Series still manages to stand out. The majority of the lid has a matte black, soft-touch finish that’s accented by a glossy fire-engine-red Dell logo in the center. It’s daring yet demure, enticing you to take a closer look. If black doesn’t do it for you, the Inspiron 15 also comes in a stunning Hibiscus Red.
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Xplore Xslate B10 Review

Xplore Xslate B10 Review

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There are tablets designed to take some falls and offer a little bit of water resistance, and then there are truly ruggedized slates like the Xplore Xslate B10 ($2,799). This machine has been built to survive blasts of rain or sand, high-impact collisions, and extreme cold and heat. But this device has more than just plates of armor: Xplore Technologies has given the B10 an Intel Core i5 (or Core i7) processor to make every day in the wild elements productive. The Xslate is hampered only by its short battery life and hot temperatures.
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Suzuki Vitara vs SX4 S-Cross: SUV siblings

Suzuki Vitara vs SX4 S-Cross: SUV siblings

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If you’re in the market for a compact crossover that represents excellent value for money, Suzuki’s line-up might present a couple of problems. Both the new Vitara and the SX4 S-Cross are sensibly sized crossover SUVs that offer lots of space and equipment for the price, so either would make a great family car.

It’s pretty unusual for a manufacturer to offer two models that effectively compete against each other – the Vitara is certainly the newer model but there are big discounts offered on the SX4 S-Cross. So which should you go for if you’re shopping for a compact, great value crossover? carwow’s here to help…

If you’re taken with either, pop the Suzuki Vitara or the Suzuki SX4 S-Cross in our car configurator to see how much carwow could help you save.
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How to delete a corrupt file or a file that refuses to be deleted in Windows

How to delete a corrupt file or a file that refuses to be deleted in Windows

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Usually it’s easy to delete files, and it’s much more common to delete a file by accident. However, there are some files which pose a problem and can’t be deleted. Here are some tips for deleting files.

A common problem is that a video file becomes corrupted and Windows can’t delete it, no matter whether you push the Delete key or even the Shift+Delete combo. It isn’t limited to video files, though. Practically any file can resist deletion, although the reasons behind the problem are varied.
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BT Home Cam 100 review: a basic internet camera for monitoring your home

BT Home Cam 100 review: a basic internet camera for monitoring your home

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Alongside routers, powerline adaptors, and home phones, BT also makes a security camera. Here’s our BT Home Cam 100 review.

The camera connects via Wi-Fi to your router and lets you keep an eye on what’s happening when you’re not there. You can watch the live feed from your phone, and get alerts when the camera detects motion.
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Ford Galaxy review : Seven-seater MPV has lots of technology and space

Ford Galaxy review : Seven-seater MPV has lots of technology and space

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The Ford Galaxy is a large seven-seater MPV praised for its practical and spacious interior. Its main rivals are the Volkswagen Sharan, Citroen Grand C4 Picasso and the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer.

Prices start from £26,445/$39,667 and if you buy your new Galaxy using carwow you can save £2,810/$4,215 on average.

The quality and materials used in the interior have been improved over the old model and the eight-inch infotainment screen replaces many of the buttons on the dash to make it less cluttered. The seats offer unrivalled levels of flexibility.
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Chromebook vs. Tablet: Which Should You Buy?

Chromebook vs. Tablet: Which Should You Buy?

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On the surface, they seem quite different. Tablets are mostly considered content-consumption devices, whereas Chromebooks are often viewed as cheap laptop replacements. But as the app and keyboard options improve for slates, some might say the 2-in-1 hybrid approach might be the way to go. Or, since Chromebooks can do more offline now, you might be wondering which type of device is the better investment. Chromebooks start at $179 ($249 with touch). Smaller tablets cost about the same (or less) as Chromebooks, but slates with larger displays cost $399 and up.
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VIZIO P652UI-B2 4K ULTRA HD TV REVIEW

VIZIO P652UI-B2 4K ULTRA HD TV REVIEW

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A few weeks ago completely derailed this review. The problem: Its just-announced M-Series line makes the subject of this review, the P-Series, look unnecessary.

Once Vizio’s upper-tier 1080p HD TV line, the M-Series has been redefined and now offers 4K resolution in a sleek and slim package, armed with a 32-zone full array, local dimming backlight system. The new series is priced more aggressively, too, with the 65-inch M-Series set going for $1,700 (MSRP) while the 65-inch P-Series begs $2,000 (MSRP).
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Omate Racer review

Omate Racer review

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The Omate Racer is an attempt to cash in on the smartwatch revolution by offering people a stepping-stone to full-featured devices powered by Apple, Google and co. It simply promises to tell the time and keep you updated with what’s going on with your smartphone using real-time notifications, and it just about succeeds. It’s not a polished device by any stretch, and the slightly clumsy design and buggy software sometimes gives off a whiff of prototypeness but, at $129, it’s a decent option for anyone looking to dip their toe in the warming waters of wearable tech. Don’t expect any frills and you won’t be disappointed.
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Acer Aspire R 14 Review

Acer Aspire R 14 Review

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Shopping for a laptop can certainly feel like buying an automobile: It’s easy to get charmed by a sleek, stylish convertible that has power to spare. With its long battery life, powerful speakers and 6th-generation Core i5 processor, the 14-inch Acer Aspire R 14 (starting at $430, reviewed at $700) has all of the makings of a great notebook. But just as some sports cars have touchy steering, this hybrid’s keyboard was uncomfortable for extended typing sessions. Otherwise, the Aspire R 14 provides plenty of reasons to convince you to take it home.
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Lumsing 40W 5-Port Desktop Charger review: Fast charging for up to five USB devices at once

Lumsing 40W 5-Port Desktop Charger review: Fast charging for up to five USB devices at once

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With 40W of power the Lumsing can power up to five phones and tablets from a single mains power outlet. We see how the Lumsing fares against rival desktop chargers in our Lumsing 40W 5-Port Desktop Charger review.

Let us start by saying this desktop charger is a vast improvement over the previous model we saw from Lumsing, ditching the meaningless output legends and that weird thing where the LED continues to glow after you’ve unplugged it from the mains. It’s smaller, lighter, and includes much better charging tech.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM5 Review

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM5 Review

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One of the smallest mirrorless cameras on the market, the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM5 ($499) is built around the same 16-megapixel sensor as its predecessor but has gone through some changes. The new, and only slightly larger, GM5 is now equipped with an electronic viewfinder but replaces the pop-up flash with a hot shoe and a pint-size accessory flash. This micro four-thirds camera now has a rear thumb dial and additional hard controls squeezed into the back panel, and can now capture video in full HD.

The GM5 doesn’t lack for features, but there are other mirrorless cameras that offer the same or better features and performance in a design that’s easier to use.
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2015 Suzuki Vitara RT-X review -- road test

2015 Suzuki Vitara RT-X review — road test

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A pioneering compact SUV retains off-road cred but takes a budget tack, too.

Suzuki says the new Vitara “reinvents the compact SUV segment”. It doesn’t but it should shake it up at the lower end, given the introductory deal of $22,990 drive-away for the five-speed manual.

That’s cheaper than the big three in the segment — the Mazda CX-3, Honda HR-Vand Mitsubishi ASX — and the Suzuki is better equipped, with standard satnav,reversing camera, 17-inch alloys and daytime running lights.
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Digital Storm Vanquish 4 Review

Digital Storm Vanquish 4 Review

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Premium gaming performance doesn’t always have to come at an extra-premium cost. Take the Digital Storm Vanquish 4, which packs a powerful Nvidia GTX 970 graphics card and a speedy 6th-generation Intel Core i7 processor into a package that’s both compact and easy to upgrade. The Vanquish 4 ($1,599 as tested, $899 starting) isn’t the sleekest or slimmest gaming PC we’ve played with, but it’s one of the best values out there in terms of performance for the price.
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Roccat Kova Review — Aptly Ambidextrous

Roccat Kova Review — Aptly Ambidextrous

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Gaming mice come in all shapes and sizes, but for the most part, they only play nicely with right-handed gamers. A few companies make left-hand-oriented mice, but players of the sinister persuasion generally have to use a mouse with their nondominant hand. Enter the Roccat Kova, an ambidextrous mouse that doesn’t sacrifice performance for design. The Kova (€60, or $64); the device is not yet available in the United States, but should arrive within the next few months) is a natural companion for almost any game genre. A few software flubs drag down the overall experience, but the Kova is well worth a look from lefties and righties alike.
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Samsung Galaxy J2 review

Samsung Galaxy J2 review

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1. Introduction

Samsung is flying high on the wings of its flagships success, but it hasn’t turned its back on the entry-level market. The Galaxy J2 is the latest affordable smartphone by Samsung, having its sight on strengthening Samsung’s push for low-end market dominance. The Galaxy J5 and the more distant Galaxy J1 were rather successful previous endeavors in this segment and history is quite likely to repeat itself with the Galaxy J2. If our readers’ immense interest is to be the judge of that, Samsung is ought to pop the champagne early.
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Sony SmartBand 2 review

Sony SmartBand 2 review

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The Sony SmartBand 2 isn’t the prettiest or most accurate or even the longest lasting fitness tracker at around this price point. Still, for £100 you get heart rate monitoring which fits into a wider picture of your lifestyle habits and stress levels. It’s also water resistant and works with iOS and Android. Most people should fork out a little extra for the Fitbit Charge HR if you are considering this tracker but Sony is moving in the right direction with its tech and software. We just need a more stylish design and a clearer focus on motivating users in its crowded app.
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Toshiba Portege Z30t-B Review

Toshiba Portege Z30t-B Review

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The best tool for the job is the one you have with you, and you can carry the Toshiba Z30t-B just about anywhere. This ultraportable (starting at $849.99; $1,629.99 as tested) fits a vibrant 13-inch display and a powerful Core i7 processor into a relatively small body with an attractive paint job. It’s a workhorse that will keep up with your productivity needs, but it doesn’t offer the best battery life among business-class laptops.
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Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 14-150mm f/4-5.6 II Review

Olympus M.ZUIKO Digital ED 14-150mm f/4-5.6 II Lens Review

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Introduction

The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm f/4-5.6 II is an evolutionary upgrade to the first Olympus 14-150mm Micro Four Thirds lens, which was announced back in November 2009. The main improvement is the addition of weather sealing, along with ZERO (Zuiko Extra-low Reflection Optical) coating on the surface of the front element, plus various cosmetic changes. Apart from the new lens coating, the optical construction is similar, featuring 15 elements in 11 groups and an iris diaphragm with 7 rounded aperture blades. The new lens also boasts the manufacturer’s MSC (Movie & Stills Compatible) auto-focus system, which promises fast and nearly silent focusing on all compatible camera bodies. Like its forebear, the new M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm f/4-5.6 II lens offers a 35mm equivalent focal range of 28-300mm, while measuring just 83.0×63.5mm. The addition of weather sealing and improved mechanical construction have resulted in a marginally higher weight of 285 grams. The Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm f/4-5.6 II is currently available for £549.99 / $599.00 in the UK and the US, respectively.
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Burmester 089 review

Burmester 089 review

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Over recent years an increasing number of manufacturers at all price levels have taken to include digital inputs onto their new CD players. This makes perfect sense given that every CD player already has built-in digital-to-analogue converter circuitry.

If it’s a good sounding DAC, why wouldn’t you want to use it to make all your other digital music sources sound better?

The 089 is Burmester’s high-end take on a CD player with digital inputs. There’s also an added twist in the form of an optional module called MMI (yours for an extra £1,340/$2,010), which adds USB and AptX Bluetooth inputs to the product.
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