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April 11th, 2008, 16:24 Posted By: bandit
Ben Heck is truly the modding god. Not only has he brought back old gaming machines back to life with newly refreshed look, hes also made a one-handed controller and has even stepped up with transforming a full next-gen console into laptops! But his latest achievement is a PlayStation 3 Laptop! It took 14 on and off months to build this masterpiece.
Want this?! You can! This is the only one Ben will make but it is being auctioned off for charity. More information to come.
Specs:- Original 60 gig PS3 model with backwards compatibility.
- 17" HDTV 720p screen, with HDMI connection. (Same as last Xbox 360 laptop)
- Built-in keyboard and stereo audio amplifier.
- Measures 17" x 13.75" x 3" (actually thinner than a stock PS3) and weighs 16 pounds!
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Source: Engadget
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April 11th, 2008, 16:05 Posted By: bandit
In the portable storage device market, microSD cards tend to be cheaper than Pro Duo sticks. Currently, there are adaptors already out there that make microSD compatible with the PSP's Pro Duo memory card slot but not the high capacity microSD variety. However, PhotoFast has just announced one such device that is compatible with both microSD and microSDHC cards up to 8GB.
The PhotoFast adaptor (known as the CR-5300) is compatible with both the original PSP and PSP-2000 (as well as with other Sony cameras and mobiles using Pro Duo) and is expected to cost around the £12 mark when released shortly.
Source: PocketGamer
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April 10th, 2008, 22:44 Posted By: bandit
The Wii Wheel has a little sticker explaining you need to remove the plastic wrap sent by Nintendo before inserting the remote. Guitar Hero III’s shell and the zapper require players to remove the wrapper.
Source: Siliconera / Photo credit Spencer
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April 10th, 2008, 22:38 Posted By: bandit
The ongoing excitement over Nintendo’s groundbreaking Wii system gets a suprise springtime boost with the announcement of a new game. Kicking off its semiannual media summit in San Francisco near the company’s new sales and marketing offices in Redwood City, California, Nintendo of America today revealed plans for Mario Super Sluggers for Wii, giving baseball fans even more reason to root this season.
“Mario is truly a one-of-a-king character; clearly fans can’t get enough of him and his friends,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of sales and marketing. “We’re giving Wii users brilliant new ways to enjoy him while expanding our series of active-play games.”
In the same spirit as other sports-themed Mario games on Wii like Mario Strikers Charged and Mario Kart Wii, Mario Super Sluggers blends richly interactive baseball action with eccentric characters and elements from across the popular Mario universe. Players can swing the wireless Wiimote just like a bat or wave it toward the plate to deliver a masterful pitch, enjoying the same intuitive, easy-to-learn controls that helped make Wii Sports a living room hit. With Mario and his unpredictable pals filling out the roster, imagination and active-play innovation are sure to dominate the diamond in this lively title, scheduled for release later this year.
Source: Nintendo Press Release
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April 9th, 2008, 15:00 Posted By: bandit
Seems to me that the GameCube is not yet...well the accessories that is. Nintendo (Japan) will be releasing a Wii White GameCube Controller. Release is scheduled for 4/2008 and retails for 2,000 yen ($20USD).
Its great and all but come one Nintendo, re-release the Wavebird. We want wireless GameCube controllers...not wired. Thats taking a step back. But for those interested, Play-Asia is taking orders for it ($24.90).
Source: Nintendo
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April 9th, 2008, 02:22 Posted By: bandit
KontrolFreek FPS Freek Joystick (Prototype)
Manufacturer: KontrolFreek
Site: Buy from KontrolFreek / Buy from Amazon
Price: $9.95 (pack of 2) / $17.50 (pack of 4)
For RETAIL version of review, CLICK HERE.
Overview : Similar concept to KontrolFreek's SpeedFreek. Improve your aim, accuracy, control and gaming in First Person Shooter (FPS) games.
Quality/Usability : As mentioned above, FPS Freek is based off of KontrolFreek's SpeedFreek. Only difference is that instead of a "U" (half-pipe) shaped control, its similar to that of the Xbox 360 controllers. But why release a controller attachment that is shaped the same as the first-party controllers? Simply put, accuracy. When you move the analog sticks around, it feels a bit stiff. With the FPS Freek, its feels looser and gives you better precision.
Too attach the FPS Freek add-on, simply place the FPS Freek over the analog stick and push down until its securely in place. This adds another 1/2 inch in height to the sticks which gives you better leverage to the joystick. Even with the added height, pressing on down on the sticks feels comfortable. As mentioned, with the FPS Freek add-on installed, this gives a better accuracy and control over movement of the joystick. Putting the FPS Freek through our gameplay testing (Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2, Gears of War, Rainbox Six: Vegas 2 and Call of Duty 4), we saw that we were able to make minor aiming adjustments that would cause us to move right by our target on a normal controller. Instead of shooting past enemy heads or wasting bullets trying to shoot a running target, we were able to precisely aim our crosshair/sight onto our enemies even while they were running like a chicken with their heads cut off.
I admit, I'm not the best at FPS games as I tend to move my joystick too much just to get the right aim and by the time I get my aim to where I want it, I'm shot dead. With the FPS Freek, I no longer have that problem. My aim has been consistent as well as my kill rate. What I usually average 0-2 kills (if I'm lucky) now gets me 2-5 kills per round/game.
Conclusion : Overall, the KontrolFreek FPS Freek Joystick has great potential and will definitely improve aiming accuracy. The FPS Freeks we received were prototypes and not finalized retail products. It did not have the rubber caps on top of the add-on, so I went out and bought GelTabz ($5 for the pair) to replicate the final product. KontrolFreek will more than likely also offer the FPS Freek in black just like the SpeedFreek. As of this review, if you preorder you get 20% off when it is available.
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April 8th, 2008, 21:41 Posted By: bandit
iSkin SOHO Macbook Sleeve Case
Manufacturer: iSkin
Site: Buy from iSkin
Price: $59.99 (For 13" MacBook or Similar Sized PC Laptop); $64.99 (For 15" MacBook Pro or Similar Sized PC Laptop)
Overview :
It's what's inside that counts.
On the go with your laptop means keeping it safe and the iSkin SOHO does just that. With elegant style and cool colors, SOHO features a multi-layered design to absorb the hits and dings that would normally damage your laptop.
MacBook, meet your match.
Made for the MacBook and Macbook Pro, the SOHO's distinguished good looks, coupled with legendary iSkin fit and finish, makes it the perfect accessory for your laptop and your outfit. It also fits PC's with similar dimensions.
Right down to the zipper.
Zipping around town means you need quick access to your computer. The SOHO features an iSkin designed ergonomic zipper that's easy to grab and pull. It also looks great!
Look good anywhere.
Combined with the iSkin ProTouch Keyboard Protector, the SOHO is ideal for students, business users and just about anyone who prefers to be anywhere but at a desk. It also makes a great heat barrier when using your MacBook on your lap.
Features:- Specifically made for Apple MacBook / MacBook Pro
- Works with similar sized PC laptops
- Slim two-tone design
- Colored stitching
- Simulated premium leather finish
- Reinforced, durable, outer shell
- Color-matching, plush padded lining
- Sure-grip custom iSkin designed zipper pull
- Clam-shell design for easy access to laptop
- Inner elastic screen straps
- Multi-layered construction
- Stylish yet elegant
- Reinforced spine
- Available in a variety of color styles
Specifications:
For MacBook or similar PC
Length: 13" (33cm)
Width: 9" (23cm)
Depth: 1" (4cm)
For MacBook Pro or similar PC
Length: 14.1" (36cm)
Width: 9.6" (25cm)
Depth: 1" (4cm)
Available in a variety color combinations:- Amazon: Black with Pink
- Graphite: Black with Grey
- Magnum: Black with Red
- Sahara: Black with Orange
- Azure: Black with Blue
Quality/Usability : I have been on a hunt to find that perfect notebook sleeve to carry my Macbook instead of lugging around my North Face laptop backpack. I didnt want anything too bulky and simple but at the same time, being stylish. iSkin's SOHO seems to fit the bill. iSkin is known for the iPod cases and their PSP carry cases.
The iSkin SOHO is made of black "premium synthetic leather" with colored stitching and colored lining all around. The outer hard shell and inner lining protects your precious laptop from everyday hazards such as minor scratches, bumps and spills. The sides where the zipper is located does not offer much protection like the outer hard shell but dont worry, the zipper does not touch laptop either as it is also lined. The zipper contains a iSkin logo but it would have been nice if it included two zippers instead of one. The SOHO also protects your lap from the heat coming from the bottom of your notebook.
What I also like about the SOHO compared to some other sleeves on the market is that you can use your notebook while its in the sleeve since it has two elastic bands on the top of the case. So when you open the SOHO, the lid of your notebook also opens at the same time. The inner lining is the same color as the zipper and stitching and also has "iSkin" imprinted all over.
The SOHO fits perfectly around the Macbook without adding much bulk but still giving ample protection at the same time. You can also place this into a carry bag or backpack without a problem. But I feel that the SOHO is mainly aimed towards Apple laptops rather than PC laptops.
CAUTION: Remove the laptop from the SOHO while connected to an external monitor or when used for extended periods of time. iSkin is not responsible for damage caused to your laptop when used with this product.
Conclusion : Overall, the iSkin SOHO Macbook Sleeve Case is great for any college student or a freelancer like me who meets clients every so often. Its elegant and nothing too flashy or fancy on the eyes. Since this is a sleeve case, there are no additional pockets and no strap, so holding it may cause you to drop it. So if you carrying a mouse, charger and other accessories with you, you'll need to carry a bag with you. I no longer have to expose my Macbook to potential damage and its easier to use on public transportation. Its so convenient...just unzip and open. No more removing laptop from sleeve and having to shove it back in when I'm done or rushing to get off train/bus. Just close and zip it up. Although its probably the best looking and best protecting case, the price will hurt your wallet compared to others out there. Its either spend a little bit extra and know you're getting protection or take the risk of buying something cheaper and potentially damaging your laptop and having to buy a new one later on.
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April 3rd, 2008, 04:43 Posted By: Shadowblind
By that single small statement of Xulap's I reinstate thy miniviews in HH as well!  Honestly, I didn't think anyone cared for them. Too bad on DCEmu they don't. Guess thats why the mods stopped bitching for a reviewer.
Aaaaannnnyway, an anticipated title thats been in production since the PS2, Dark Sector is the story of CIA operative Hayden Tenno who has been sent on an assassination mission in Lesria, Russia. A lunatic has been reportedly trying to smuggle a deadly virus into other nations. This is no normal virus, however. It not only rusts peoples skin to steel, but turns them into an undead, or worse. Hayden caught the virus on the mission, and somehow utilizes its power in the form of a glaive.
Graphics are disheartening for a title thats been in development for so long. The characters, specifically the main one, look great. Everything else, does not. Textures are on the bland side, and clipping issues weigh it down even more. Very little slowdown. But the reflections from gunshot and fire look great on Hayden. Animations are hit and miss. Some look great while others look...um...something.
The story itself is bland. It begins great, just got infected, don't know whats going to happen, don't know why your doing what you are...then gets generic. Your chasing down a baddie whose trying to spread a virus. Sound like a bad episode of Justice League? It should, its practically the exact episode. Still, the interests that surround this odd virus are rather compelling. But it gets far too repetitive half way through to really matter. The crypt levels are great, though. The ambiance and the fog, the moonlight and the tombs, they all make that level truly survival horror.
Sound is sound. The gunshots work, the screams are bloody, and the metal clanks. The cemetery levels really shine though. They're perfectly creepy. the zombies howl, the wind whistles, and you slice through demon dogs piercing snarls.
Gameplay is good. The glaive is really one of the only interesting parts of it, but gunfights work well, if not a little odd. (Aiming seems to work sometimes and other times fail.) Still, the half-assed finisher moves I could've lived without. They rely too heavily on your sense and desire for brutal deaths then interesting cutscenes. Honestly, they went a little too far on how much the enemies scream in pain. The puzzle elements are really just Zelda junior. In fact, if gears of War and Zelda had a really lazy kid, this would be it. The cover system works, but around the corner gunfights just aren't very good. And the fact that you can't pick up weapons because your "infected" is beyond annoying. Still your powers and your elemental-glaive really make it interesting. Zombies are fun.
So heres the verdict:
Presentation: 3.5/5
Boring storyline but decent menus and ambiance for some levels make it a mixed feeling. Not usually a good thing.
Sound: 4/5
Everything sounds like...well what it should. Nothing too interesting though, and music is there...I think.
Graphics: 3.5/5
Bad backgrounds meet good foreground. Let the battle of the century begin!
Gameplay: 4/5
Its alright, if not overused. The puzzle elements fall flat, though the cover system is alright. the glaive is quite fun.
Replay Value: 3.5/5
If you could bear the single player, try out multiplayer. I haven't really played it much, but I know you'll want to play it on hard mode again for the Achievements.
OVERALL:
Its not an 4 and not a 3.5. So I compromised. Really, we've seen it before and again and again. its just another shooter, but with a fun little melee weapon. It all works, though.
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March 27th, 2008, 18:06 Posted By: bandit
Not much was really released except for image which doesnt show much either and some information.Some points need addressing.
1. This is not any kind of X-Clamp or washers or screws or thermal paste or anything like that. It's not rocket science and didn't take months of development - more like 10 minutes
2. This is not sold as a permanent fix. You want that then get a new Xbox. All I know is that its simple, easy to do with little fuss and works on the boxes I've tested so far. It's impossible to say how long it will last for - only people actually giving it a try will be able to answer that.
3. Yes you could probably make this kit yourself. All I have done is made the kit to an exact spec in an easy to use and cheap package. There will be 2 kits available:- 1 Xbox 360 Kit: Includes Repair Materials for 1 Xbox 360, 1 x T10 Screwdriver & 1 x T8 Screwdriver)
- 10 Xbox 360's Bulk Kit: Includes Repair Materials for 10 Xbox 360's (This kit is assumed for repair "professionals" who would already have tools in hand)
Our current estimates are:
1 Single Xbox 360 Kit $9.95 each
10 Single Xbox 360 Kits $8.95 each
50 Single Xbox 360 Kits $7.95 each
100 Single Xbox 360 Kits $6.95 each
1000 Single Xbox 360 Kits $4.95 each
(Bulk Kits are for 10 Xbox 360's - Includes repair materials only - no screwdrivers, printed instructions or retail packaging)
1 Bulk Xbox 360 Kit $18.95 each (10 Xbox 360's)
10 Bulk Xbox 360 Kit $16.95 each (100 Xbox 360's)
50 Bulk Xbox 360 Kit $15.95 each (500 Xbox 360's)
100 Single Xbox 360 Kits $14.95 each (1,000 Xbox 360's)
1000 Single Xbox 360 Kits $13.95 each (10,000 Xbox 360's)
Divineo has placed orders and will be stocking them shortly. More sites will also be carrying them as well.
Source: Team Xecuter (photo) / Team Xecuter (info)
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March 27th, 2008, 17:55 Posted By: bandit
The UMEMD for the PSP (first release for the 1000 series) is a UMD shaped device that can hold up to 4 Memory sticks making storage extremely simple and convenient. Simply slot into the PSP as you would any UMD disc and away you go
As the market for PSP's demands users to have multiple memory sticks storing their games or movies this simple yet effective product is the answer to that problem.
Shipping begins in 2 weeks - prices and stockists will be announced shortly.
Source: Team Xecuter
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