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Kolink Citadel Glass SE Case Review
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Kolink Citadel Glass SE Case Review

Recently I had the pleasure of transplanting a PC into the new Kolink Citadel Glass SE.  With its premium looks thanks to a glass front and side panel as well as rocking 3 included ARGB fans, will the case be functional as well as good-looking? Journey To The Citadel Glass Tower Ok, let's get started and see how it goes!  If you enjoy my review please remember to leave a like and a comment below.  If you don't then my name is Simon. ;) Design It may be suitable for Micro ATX motherboards however you are certainly not short of space.  Measuring in at 230mm wide, 395mm high and 403mm deep there is ample room for manoeuvring around when installing all of the components. The case is mainly made of steel giving it a sturdy and robust feel while the tempered glass-hinged door is a fan...
XPG GAMMIX D20 DDR4 Memory Review
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XPG GAMMIX D20 DDR4 Memory Review

XPG are a part of the Adata Brand, XPG brings you gaming components at a great price with what I can only see as potentially great products. As with all components you want to really put them to the test before you make your mind up. So I got my hands on the XPG GAMMIX D20 DDR4 memory kit. Comparing XPG To Corsair - Who Comes Out On Top? So as you can probably now guess, I currently have an equivalent kit in my build from Corsair. Why did I go Corsair? To be fair just because it looked nice. I didn't know now what I knew then. Otherwise, I would have probably gone for a cheaper, faster and higher capacity. What I want to know is, just how good is my current setup compared to the kit that that team at Adata kindly sent over? Keep reading to find out how I get on. Design The XPG GAMMIX D...
OWC Envoy Pro Elektron Portable SSD Review
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OWC Envoy Pro Elektron Portable SSD Review

There is a saying, all good things come in small packages. Then, this runs true with the OWC Envoy Pro Elektron. Other World Computing Inc. (OWC) has a reputation for delivering well-built and well-designed hardware for Apple products. But with the evolution of USB and the wider supporting USB Type-C technology in the PC world, OWC's accessories are becoming increasingly popular. An Ideal Companion For Gaming, Travelling, and Field Work! Having recently ventured into custom-built PCs, I have been on the lookout for various kinds of storage options. Firstly, I have explored my options in portable drives, particularly with having a laptop also. Then I discovered the OWC had launched a new portable SSD called, Envoy Pro Elektron, a tiny but yet solid-built solid-state drive that connect...
Anker PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock Review
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Anker PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock Review

Anker has done it again and released a product that can change the way you work. The Anker PowerExpand Elite 13-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock is a powerhouse of tech in one small well designed little box. Work from home hub by day, Gaming by night! Due to everything happening in the world today, more and more people have the ability and the technology to work from home. COVID19 in some respects has forced this way of working into many businesses, most are seeing unbelievable levels of success. This has even caused a ripple in recruitment due to many roles becoming available for remote working. This however has also meant people have had to find their own little workspace at home. This is not always the easiest as not everyone's circumstances at home allow them to have a dedicated office spa...