Hardware & Tech

be quiet! Pure Base 500DX PC Case Review

28Mar

By Jason2 Comments

be quiet! Pure Base 500DX PC Case Review

Having played with a NZXT H510 PC case for the last couple of years, I was fortunate to check out the be quiet! Pure Base 500DX case. At around £100, it was on par with what the former case cost me originally. Would the Pure Base 500DX offer a nice upgrade without negating any of the features I already had? be quiet! Pure Base 500DX If you love your tech as much as I do, make sure to also check out the amazing be quiet! Silent Base 802 PC case review as well! Design Standing at 463mm high on its feet, 232mm wide and 450mm long, the Pure Base 500DX is slightly wider and slightly longer than my NZXT H510 case. Equally with the slightly larger size it is also a kilo more, weighing in at 7.8kg. Available in black or white, the futuristic-looking mid-tower PC case sports a tempered g...

13Mar

By Dan1 Comment

Hardware & Tech

Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield Review

Last year Samsung released a new range of portable hard drives with durability in mind. I welcome you to the Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield, a premium drive and a premium price but with a lot on offer. Always equip a shield! When it comes to Samsung, especially the more premium side of their ranges. You are pretty much guaranteed a great user experience. So let's jump in and see what the Samsung Portable SSD T7 Shield has to offer. Design I have had my hands on so many portable hard drives. Yet most of them I wouldn't want to take out of the house. Some have felt delicate with no external protection. But then there have also been a selection that has had design flaws. To this day I can safely say that the Samsung T7 Shield, is the most durable portable SSD I have come across. Wi...

9Mar

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Edifier MR4 Studio Monitor Review

People that know me well know that I love gaming, music and playing my bass guitar. When I had the chance to try out the Edifier MR4 Studio Monitors I was ecstatic! While I have always been a bit dubious of quite how much bass small speakers can generate, I had high hopes that the MR4's would deliver. Let The Beat Control Your Body It's time to open up the box and take a deep dive into the world of Edifier. How will they perform? How compatible are they? Are they value for money? Read on and find out! Design At 288mm high, 140mm wide and 198mm deep, the MR4 studio monitors are a fairly decent size in comparison to some of the other desktop speakers I have navigated through. My desk isn't the widest in the world, however, they certainly didn't look out of place given that my Samsung...

New Mandolorian Season, New noblechairs!

1Mar

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

New Mandolorian Season, New noblechairs!

So with the return of The Mandalorian for a 3rd season we wanted to take a look at a special chair doing the rounds in the Galaxy! Say H'chu apenkee! (Hello in Huttese) to the noblechairs HERO Boba Fett Edition! Rest on your throne just like Boba Fett! Bringing all the plus points of the HERO line up, but with a design nod to the most badass bounty hunter in the Star Wars Universe. So let's get stuck in and check out whats makes this the most feared chair in the galaxy! Design With the noblechair HERO Boba Fett you get plenty of features in a great gaming chair, with its 4D arm rests and recline mechanism, you can get the HERO into any position that suits your posture. With the trademark adjustable lumbar support and rocking mechanism, you can be sure that you will feel like the king o...

27Feb

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

The Shrimp Keyboard Review

Looking for a space-saving solution for those smaller desks? Or even looking for a perfect gaming laptop travel companion? Well look no further than The Shrimp! This small 25 key powerhouse brings all that you love on a gaming keyboard, but in a much smaller form factor. Shrimp By Any Other Name Do you have any experience with a small keypad? Let us know in the comments, but for now, strap in while we take a look around The Shrimp! Design Opening up the amazingly designed box you are instantly greeted with the keypad itself. We were supplied a sample with the colourful stickerbomb design and wow, this thing pops! Also included in the box is a nice carry case and the USB cable required to connect to your device. There is nothing 'extra' about The Shrimp, instead, it has been deve...

Nacon Revolution X Pro Controller Review

22Feb

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Nacon Revolution X Pro Controller Review

With a whole host of 'pro' controllers on the market, from people such as Scuff, Razer and plenty of others, what does the Nacon Revolution X Pro Controller bring to the market? Well aside from the green circle, it brings plenty. Lets dive in! What Exactly is a PRO Controller? If you have a favourite controller, please let us know in the comments below, otherwise check out our other hardware reviews for more! Design Right from the bat the Nacon Revolution X Controller looks every bit as premium as you would expect. However, with a price tag of below £100 you would think there are some things missing. I am here to put that fear at ease because quite frankly, this controller is the nuts! Being compatible with the PC, and Xbox ecosystem, the controller is sporting the traditional Xbox ...

be quiet! Silent Base 802 PC Case Review

27Jan

By Jason2 Comments

Hardware & Tech

be quiet! Silent Base 802 PC Case Review

While be quiet! has a huge following when it comes to its fans, they have also quite a diverse selection of PC cases. Ranging from goliath-sized high-end towers to smaller non-budget-breaking units, they each serve to give the best cooling possible as well as have a focus on acoustics to lessen any audible sounds. I as lucky enough to get my hands on the Silent Base 802 which sits in the middle of the range and is classed as a "premium" PC case. be quiet! Silent Base 802 AKA The Beast! I guess it is time to have an explore and transplant my PC innards so that I can give you a good practical overview of what working with a Silent Base 802 unit is like! Design The first thing that is noticeable with the be quiet! tower is the sheer size of it. It is a monster in comparison to my N...

24Jan

By StuartNo Comments

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NACON Daija Arcade Stick Review

Have you ever wanted to bring the arcade experience into the home but didn't have the space for a full-sized arcade cabinet? Well, the Nacon Daija Arcade Stick might be made just for you! Big Stick Energy Coming in at a whopping £280 (just under) it certainly isn't going to be for everyone, but what do you actually get for your money? Let's take a look Hardware So in the box, you get the Nacon Daija Arcade Stick and the included USB cable. However, when you first open the box everything is hidden inside the arcade stick. A quick press of 2 quick release buttons either side of the unit and the top opens. Revealing the impressive working innards of the stick itself, as well as the cable itself. It also comes with 2 stick types, a ball and a bat type, as well as 2 tools to help you custom...

17Jan

By DanNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Phanteks Eclipse G500A DRGB Review

Phanteks, known for their epic range of PC peripherals have recently released their Phanteks Eclipse G500 range. The range is looking ahead and the generations to come and innovating cases to provide optimal airflow. By doing this they are hoping for better airflow, which in turn will provide better cooling and improved performance. Moving Case For Space And Airflow I will be the first to admit, I am not a pro when it comes to building PCs. My first gaming PC was custom pre-built by the team at OverclockersUK and it is still standing strong. This is the first time I am moving cases, a little nervous but well prepared and hoping for the best. I know this might not seem like a big thing to some, but it's the little things like this where I learn more about the system I use to game. Design...

13Jan

By TC Staff WriterNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

MAONO DM30 USB Microphone Review

The market for computer peripherals, especially video conferencing hardware is large, especially after the pandemic with many realising they would need good gear to enhance their online presence. This market was already big amongst streamers like me where we are always looking for good hardware to evolve our online content. I took the time to get a hands-on review of the MAONO DM30 USB Microphone, one which shows promise in the market at the moment, and share my thoughts. Taking your vocals to another level The chance came up to test this microphone from a brand I was unfamiliar with, but I see them being a common name in the market given time and recognition. Let us know what you look for in your PC setup in the comments. Design On unpackaging the microphone it is obvious that it's ve...