PC Accessories Reviews & News
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Booq Boa Nerve Graphite Review
PC Magazine - February 27, 2014
The Booq Boa Nerve Graphite is a messenger laptop bag that works in the office or around town, and a magnetic buckle on the strap lets you go from leisurely to active with a click. (4 out of 5) Pros Spacious Sturdy construction Well-secured storage compartments Stylish look works for both business and the weekend → Read More
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Typo iPhone Keyboard Case Review
LAPTOP Magazine - January 27, 2014
The Typo iPhone keyboard case looks like a BlackBerry’s physical keyboard, but it’s not nearly as comfortable or fast. (2 out of 5) Fans of physical keyboards often make do by juggling a separate iPhone and BlackBerry. But Typo hopes to bridge that gap, and end iOS auto-correct frustration, with its $99 keyboard case. Backed → Read More
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Measy U4C Review
LAPTOP Magazine - January 13, 2014
The Measy U4C is a powerful quad-core Android stick with built-in camera that lets you enjoy games, movies and even video conferencing on your TV. (3.5 out of 5) The Measy U2C was our favorite Android mini PC of 2013 for good reason. The dual-core Android device brought a new dimension to the stick computer → Read More
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NZXT Phantom 530 Review
PC Magazine - December 31, 2013
The NZXT Phantom 530 PC case offers high-end enthusiast performance without a premium price tag. (3.5 out of 5) Pros Offers almost all the features its more expensive brethren, for about $30 less Excellent cooling performance Supports both internal and external water cooling Cons Ships with just two fans Lacks the integrated card reader of → Read More
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Corsair Graphite Series 230T Review
PC Magazine - December 31, 2013
The Corsair Graphite Series 230T is a well-made chassis with good cooling performance. It’s a worthy option for any midrange build. (3.5 out of 5) Pros The Corsair Graphite Series 230T is a lightweight chassis with solid build quality and a roomy interior Cooling performance is top-notch Cons There’s no fan controller and the side → Read More
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Livescribe 3 Smartpen Review
LAPTOP Magazine - December 4, 2013
Featuring a new design and tight iOS integration, the Livescribe 3 SmartPen makes it easy for iPhone and iPad owners to digitize their notes. (3 out of 5) Livescribe has carved its niche by creating a pen for the digital world, one that captures and digitizes handwriting, and allows you to sync those scribbles with → Read More
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Patriot Fuel+ 6000 Review
LAPTOP Magazine - November 15, 2013
For just over $50, the Patriot Fuel+ 6000 can charge two mobile devices at once, eliminating the need for hefty battery cases. (4 out of 5) The age-old balancing act between a mobile device’s size and its battery life has no foreseeable end. And for some folks, accepting the extra bulk of a battery case → Read More
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Lian Li PC-X2000FN Review
PC Magazine - November 12, 2013
While attractive, the Lian-Li PC-X2000FN luxury PC Case doesn’t justify its high price tag. (3 out of 5) Pros The Lian Li PC-X2000FN is light, can handle any motherboard, and offers an innovative series of cooling zones rather than a single chamber Cons Odd design decisions and styling reduce case functionality, limit options The Lian → Read More
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Google Glass (Explorer Edition, Version 2) Review
LAPTOP Magazine - November 12, 2013
With a lightweight design and innovative features that can make everyday tasks easier, Google Glass has gobs of potential — and just as much room for improvement. (3.5 out of 5) It’s become the norm to see people walking down the street with their faces buried in their phones. Google, however, is seeking to change → Read More
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Sony SmartWatch 2 Review
LAPTOP Magazine - November 11, 2013
The Sony SmartWatch 2 is a solid Android smartphone companion that delivers helpful notifications, but little else. (3 out of 5) Sony was the first large company to release a smartwatch, when it debuted the Sony LiveView back in 2010, and was still ahead of its time when it launched the Sony SmartWatch in 2012. → Read More
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ASUS MB168B+ Review
LAPTOP Magazine - September 18, 2013
The ASUS MB168B+ USB 3.0 monitor is light and offers a sharp 1080p image for workers on the go. (4 out of 5) Everyone knows that using two screens on your computer makes you more productive. Up until now, though, the best portable USB monitors have topped out at a modest 1366 x 768 resolution. → Read More
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AOC e1659fwu USB Monitor Review
LAPTOP Magazine - September 16, 2013
The AOC e1659fwu USB Monitor is a good-looking, portable and inexpensive solution for professionals who need a second screen on the go. (3 out of 5) Users asked, and AOC delivered. The company has updated its 16-inch USB 3.0 monitor to offer traveling business professionals a sleeker device with a sturdier kickstand and better picture → Read More
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NZXT Phantom 630 Review
PC Magazine - September 11, 2013
The NZXT Phantom 630 is a great PC case for anyone needing a full-size tower. (4 out of 5) Editor’s Choice Pros Fabulous high-end chassis Has a suite of smart features for the discerning buyer Cons The HDD drive trays are excessively flimsy The is a high-end full-tower case that aspires to luxury while keeping → Read More
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Bose SoundLink Mini Review
LAPTOP Magazine - September 6, 2013
Although it lacks a speakerphone, the Bose SoundLink Mini is by far the best-sounding compact Bluetooth speaker. (4 out of 5) Portable Bluetooth speakers now have a host of features, from apps to speakerphones — and some are even waterproof. Ultimately, though, the speakers have to sound good. The $199 Bose SoundLink Mini forgoes all → Read More
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Bowflex Boost Review
LAPTOP Magazine - September 5, 2013
The Bowflex Boost is a comfortable fitness-tracking wristband that’s half the price of competing devices. (3.5 out of 5) Now that every company seems to be launching its own wearable fitness tracker, it’s only natural that Nautilus, makers of the as-seen-on-TV Bowflex, should launch its own device. The Bowflex Boost is an inexpensive $49 wristband → Read More
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Corsair Obsidian Series 900D Review
PC Magazine - August 30, 2013
If you genuinely need a case this high-end, the well-built, stylish Corsair Obsidian Series 900D is worth considering. Virtually everyone will be happier with a cheaper enclosure. (3.5 out of 5) Pros Well-built Stylish Highly capable Cons More suited to a niche market Pricey No fan controllers Corsair is a relative newcomer to the computer → Read More
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Rosewill Blackhawk Ultra Review
PC Magazine - August 30, 2013
If you need a PC tower that can handle dual-socket workstation systems or three to four video cards, the Rosewill Blackhawk Ultra should be on your short list. (3.5 out of 5) Pros Extremely well-ventilated tower Multiple power supply support Plenty of storage Cons Very high price Benefits will only be appreciated by a small → Read More
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Belkin Tablet Stage Review
LAPTOP Magazine - August 30, 2013
Used in combination with your iPad and a projector, the Belkin Tablet Stage brings overhead projectors into the tablet era. (3.5 out of 5) The Belkin Tablet Stage looks to take overhead projectors into the 21st Century. When used with its app and a projector, this device lets you project images from your iPad to → Read More
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Disco Twin Review
LAPTOP Magazine - August 2, 2013
The Disco Twin lets you stream audio to two Bluetooth speakers at once, turning any room into a party. (3.5 out of 5) You Click to Enlargemight think a company based in the south of France would be more interested in producing a robust Cabernet Sauvignon than a well-dressed Bluetooth speaker, but Supertooth believes it → Read More
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Rosewill RS-MI-01 BK Mini ITX Review
PC Magazine - July 30, 2013
Though its internal layout is serviceable, too many weak points make the Rosewill RS-MI-01 BK Mini ITX Tower PC case a poor option. (2.5 out of 5) Pros Cheap Comes with a power supply Cons Shoddy construction Generic power supply Weak internal cooling The Rosewill RS-MI-01 BK Mini ITX is a barebones mini-ITX chassis built → Read More