Thermaltake keeps pounding out new cases for the enthusiast crowd, this time around the Overseer RX-I is in the house for a close up look. The Overseer RX-I is aimed at the budget gamer, but at the same time promises to offer many of the features of Thermaltake’s more expensive chassis offerings. We’ll find out how much it has to offer, and whether it should be considered for your next build or upgrade.

About Thermaltake

“Founded in 1999, IPO in Taiwan Stock Exchange since December 2007. Thermaltake Inc., a multinational company pioneering in PC thermal solution, award-winning PC power supplies and versatile PC chassis. The company is revolutionizing the PC market by creating, innovating and implementing the most efficient solution in its technology. Thermaltake also participates in various environmental conservation programs to help preserve our planet.”

Introduction

Fan controllers are all the range these days and come in many shapes and styles. However, with the competition fierce between companies, a product better have some rather unique features.

Manufacturers  such as Aerocool, employ many LEDs and a touch interface, similar to that of a Star Trek Bridge Console. Lamptron concentrates on build quality and only uses the original metal in the construction of their units, while NZXT products are known for sheer good looks.

However, of the above products, the one that provides the most watts per channel is the manufacturer Lamptron; between 20 and 50, depending on the model. For this reason, any computer water cooling enthusiast worth their weight in salt will use the controller for powering their Water cooling pumps, as well as their fans. We all know that most of the time there is no real need to speed up and slow down a pump. However, if we can use just one power source to the Fan controller unit, this would eliminate the need for a power cable to the pump and make for a tidier system build. Until now, the only manufacturer that has offered sufficient wattage to enable this function has been Lamptron. Having said this, we all know that wattage is only part of the equation and amperage also has to be taken into account.

Enter Reeven, a previously unknown company from Taiwan that specialises in cooling products.

REEVEN is a newly established international manufacturer of PC related products. REEVEN’s product lines includes the best quality of advanced CPU coolers, Cooling Fans, Power Supply Units, PC Cases and many other items. the target of our products will be  a wide range of audience under our philosopohy “Professional Quality Gears”, for products that will withstand the highest demand.

(www.reeven.com last accessed 10/05/2012)

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Thermaltake’s popular “Armor” line of chassis has taken on a new look and additional features. This time around it’s given the “Armor Revo” name, and is available in a black and white color. The white option is aptly named “Armor Revo Snow Edition”, and is the model we will be reviewing today. It seems Thermaltake is constantly trying to one-up themselves and come up with new and innovative ideas, we’ll see if they succeeded with the Armor Revo Snow Edition.

About Thermaltake

“We live in a world where most things seem to move at the speed of light. At Thermaltake, we feel the same way and that is exactly how Thermaltake conducts itself to deliver innovative, reliable and customer-centric solutions to the worldwide market. While still a relatively young company, established in 1999, Thermaltake is built on unwavering will and dedication to address issues and innovate at the same time for computer enthusiasts and corporate users worldwide .”

Introduction

Keyboards are an often overlooked peripheral in today’s computer market as  most companies are concentrating on the internal components.  However there are some that take great pains to strive for  ‘the ‘ultimate’ keyboard and many differing ideas are born from this struggle. Many years ago we had the old clunky IBM keyboards of the mechanical type which emitted lots of noise but were extremely responsive. Later these were changed to the more user friendly ‘soft touch’ version. However the responsiveness and the tactile feedback on the latter was never as impressive as the former. As a result of this if one wished to type on the mechanical keyboard then the efficiency and productivity is vastly superior to that of a soft touch version.

Recently there has been a swing back in favour of the mechanical keyboard due to aforementioned properties and the general ‘robust’ feel of the product. As a result many companies are producing keyboards in response to the needs of the consumer market.  Companies now are vying for the king of the mechanical keyboard and as such the rush is on. One such company is CoolerMaster and their Storm range of products.

Company Background

A critical component of Cooler Master’s ability to successfully pursue its mission is an unstinting commitment to quality, as demonstrated by the ISO 9001 certification granted to its main manufacturing plant in Taiwan. It has also enforced ISO guidelines and is in the process of applying for ISO 9002 certification at its second and third plants, located in China. Cooler Master has also implemented a number of analytical and testing protocols to ensure top quality, including at subcontractors, to further ensure thorough quality control. Moreover, Cooler Master’s dedication to quality extends beyond manufacturing to every aspect of its operation, including service.

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The Frio line of CPU coolers has taken a new twist with the release of the “Extreme” version; this time a dual tower design has been implemented. Thermaltake has promised to push air cooling to its limits while providing the ultimate air cooler. Can it live up to its advanced billing? We’ll run it through the paces and see!

About Thermaltake

“Since the beginning of Thermaltake in 1999, it has been at the forefront of creating new and exciting products at a time where most computer users were provided little to no choices for components that may seem irrelevant, but in reality crucial to the performance of a PC.

Thermaltake Server Series solutions, with years of thermal experience and industry leadership, sets its goal on reforming total thermal management in server segment by formulating the perfect mixture of versatility, efficiency and thermal management with each respective server product category: Rackmount Chassis, Server Fixed & Redundant Power Supply and Server CPU Cooling Management Solutions.

With its comprehensive line of products available, it enables Thermaltake’s core customers to enjoy a one-stop-shop experience, reduce product design-in evaluation period and most important of all, flawless integration process. Each of Thermaltake’s strengths enables its customer to focus on their core business while taking advantage of the skills and efficiency of a single thermal management solution partner.”

Thermaltake has been busy lately, adding to the already impressive Frio series of CPU coolers. Today’s review is on the recently released Frio Advanced (CLP0596).  The new Frio Advanced offers a new “Heat-pipe Direct Touch Technology”  design, as well as two 130mm high performance fans. We’ll have a look and see how it performs against the original Frio and other coolers out there.

About Thermaltake

“While still a relatively young company, established in 1999, Thermaltake is built on unwavering will and dedication to address issues and innovate at the same time for computer enthusiasts and corporate users worldwide .

With strong support of Research & Development team standing behind the brand, Thermaltake is committed to never-follow but always-lead.

In past decades, the industrial and technological advancements in different fields have shaped the world we live in today and have also made a big impact on the environment. Thermaltake takes great measures to ensure the product that we produce relieve these impacts by being first to act on 80 PLUS® specification for computer power supply that greatly reduces the amount of electricity that a computer consumes.

Always striving to be the best, we continuously benchmark our performance against the very best internally and externally.

Customers are our greatest asset and Thermaltake does not take that for granted. That is why Thermaltake is the industry leading in customer service and customer support with around-the-clock automated product return service.”

Designed with the help of Aleksey “White-ra” Krupnyk, a professional gamer known for his Starcraft 2 play, Tt eSports has released yet another gaming device for the serious gamer; this time around it’s the Saphira Gaming Mouse. Thermaltake Tt eSports has put many different gaming mice on the market over recent months, each with their own set of features, looks and feel. We have previously reviewed the Black Element Gaming Mouse and the Azurues Gaming Mouse from Tt eSports; but today “Charge With Force” and “Challenge is the Game” are the words of the day as we have a look at the Saphira and see how it measures up to previously released gaming mice.

About Tt eSports

“Thermaltake is a well known brand for gaming & DIY in Case, Cooler, and PSU for years. Due to the constant requests for keyboards and mice from gamers and end users, Thermaltake decided to create a series of gaming keyboards, mice, and headsets with the Tt eSPORTS brand. By using Tt eSPORTS, we want to extend our product lines into the gaming industry, and provide more “personalized gaming” gears to gamers and enthusiasts worldwide. With years of experience in gaming industry, Tt eSPORTS is committed to bring the most personalized and the highest quality weapons for the most competitive cyber battles. Designed by gamers for gamers.”

The new member of the HAF-family: the HAF XM 

Venlo, The Nethrlands, 24 April 2012 – Cooler Master, an industry leading chassis, thermal solution, peripheral, and accessory manufacturer today announced what amounts to the pure essence of the HAF X packed into a mid-tower size, the HAF XM. There’s also the side panel window version available.

Never Compromise

Rising to the level of the HAF (High Air Flow) legends before it, HAF XM supports an unprecedented four 200mm fans (Top x 2, Front, and Side) and a 140mm rear exhaust fan. With this, HAF XM contains a virtual hurricane’s force worth of airflow within its walls that will provide even the most extreme setups with cool air in excess of their needs. HAF XM harnesses the best of both cooling worlds by offering users support for the liquid side of cooling with space for up to a 2 x 140mm fan radiator up top and a 140mm radiator in the rear.

Overclockers Tech note:

A water cooled  midi tower case sounds very interesting, keep an eye for a review on this product in the near future.

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The perfect combination of features and performance has arrived with the EVGA Z77 FTW motherboard. With 3rd generation Intel Core processor support, full PCI-E 3.0 and 4-Way SLI Support, this motherboard is ready for the future of high performance computing.

The EVGA Z77 FTW is engineered from the ground up for the enthusiast. Robust overclocking features and BIOS settings allow you to maximize your performance and maintain stability.

New and Key Features introduced on the EVGA Z77 Motherboards:
* Supports Next Generation Intel Core i5 and i7 Socket 1155 Processors
* Intel Z77 Chipset
* Supports up to 4-way SLI
* 4 DIMM Dual-Channel DDR3 2133Mhz+ (up to 32GB)
* Native USB 3.0 and SATA 6G

Learn more about the EVGA Z77 here

About EVGA
EVGA is the #1 NVIDIA authorized partner in channel sales throughout North America. Based on the philosophy of intelligent innovation, market knowledge, and the real time operation, EVGA continues to identify the need in the market place and providing the solution to that need. By offering product differentiation, 24/7 tech support, a 90 day Step-Up program, and other customer focused programs, EVGA is a clear leader in all categories: etail, retail, distribution, and system builders. With headquarters in Brea, CA, EVGA’s global coverage includes EVGA GmbH in Munich, EVGA LATAM in Miami, and EVGA Hong Kong. For further information online about EVGA, visit http://www.evga.com.

Introduction

There are many mice in the computer world today that are built for casual users, and then to the other extreme-the gamer market. Getting a mouse design right is harder than it looks as one has to anticipate a myriad of differing people. For example not everyone has the same length fingers or even the width of the hand. Combine these facts together and then include the knowledge that some people grip the mouse in different ways due to the application that it is used for. When we add in all these factors then the equation can become very complex indeed.

There are many pretenders to the throne, and in all honesty, the search for the ‘perfect mouse’ has been an epic undertaking. From the first models used in the 8086 range of PC’s to the new 2011 pin Sandybridge-E machines, we have seen everything from a block-like object to something that appears to have been drawn right out of a science fiction film.

One such company that aims to be the king of mice manufacturers is CoolerMaster.

Company Background

 While staying true to its original mission, Cooler Master is responding to transformations in the global industry and adapting to its own rapid growth. It will continue to devote resources to developing more advanced technologies, retaining a spirit of innovation. It will also continue to refine its operations, enhancing efficiency and making the company even more responsive to customer needs and market changes as they arise, efficient, and providing even better service to customers.

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