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xDuoo XD05T Portable DAC and Tube Amplifier Review

2 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction xDuoo is an audio brand operated by the Shenzhen xDuoo Technology Co., Ltd. (Yidu) company, that started out as an ODM (original design manufacturer) for various companies before launching its own brand nearly a decade ago. The brand has become synonymous with desktop headphone and speaker amplifiers in particular, such… Read more

HYTE Keeb TKL Mechanical Keyboard Review

2 on Dec 4th, 2024, Manufacturer: Hyte Packaging & Accessories » Introduction HYTE is the sister brand of iBUYPOWER, a US-based system integrator which has been around for over 25 years. HYTE can be considered as a PC component and lifestyle brand thus, and has itself been around for over three years now. We’ve covered several… Read more

Geometic Future Model 5 Review

Introduction I would like to thank Geometric Future for supplying the review sample. Geometic Future has been around since 2020 with a focus on creating unique cases with interesting material mixes or color highlights. The brand offers cases, power supplies, fans and coolers. True to their name, especially their enclosures look quite futuristic with a… Read more

Intel Arc B580 Battlemage Unboxing & Preview

Introduction Intel today debuted its second generation of modern discrete gaming GPUs, the Arc B-series, named after the “Battlemage” graphics architecture they are based on. Today’s launch from Intel covers the Arc B580, and the Arc B570. Both cards are priced under $250, making them performance-segment, middle-of-the-market products, with a focus on 1080p through 1440p… Read more

FiiO FT1 Closed-Back Dynamic Driver Headphones Review

0 on Dec 2nd, 2024, Manufacturer: FiiO Packaging & Accessories » Introduction We recently visited FiiO to tour its large industrial park and got to know more about how the audio brand is able to release so many products each year, most of which seem to do well critically and commercially. These include old stalwarts such… Read more

UPERFECT UGame K118 Review

0 The Package » Introduction According to the official website, UPERFECT was built around the idea of offering high-quality monitors aimed toward digital nomads, remote workers, and just about anyone else looking for extra screen real estate in a compact, portable form factor. The brand sent me two of their newer portable monitors for a review,… Read more

Quick Look: Shanling M1 Plus Portable Audio Player

The Shanling M1 Plus is a highly capable and portable digital audio player (DAP) that prioritizes local playback to the point of using its own operating system with pre-installed apps only. There’s still Tidal for streaming, but the goal here is to allow the user to lose themselves with music in the absence of any… Read more

Epomaker TH40 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard Review

Epomaker thinks small can be mighty with the new TH40, a 40% form factor keyboard with “only” 44 keys that forces you to re-think efficient keyboard typing. Featuring layers, extensive onboard controls, and VIA support, the TH40 is also one of the least expensive 40% keyboards ever made.

NVIDIA App v1.0 Review

The NVIDIA App has moved out of beta, bringing a streamlined control panel experience for GeForce users. In our review, we look closely at the new features, explore the app’s functionality, and point out areas where there’s room for improvement.

LUMINKEY Magger68 Pro HE Gaming Keyboard Review

0 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction So far 2024, and no doubt 2025 too, is looking to herald in the age of Hall effect magnetic switch keyboards. We’ve seen entries from a lot of brands already, with everyone using these switches to showcase the customizable actuation point and near-instantaneous actuation, in addition to a few other… Read more

FSP M580 Plus Review

Introduction I would like to thank FSP for supplying the review sample. The FSP M580 Plus managed to turn some heads during Computex this year due to its single piece curved glass. Available in black or white, FSP is even offering the chassis with two fan setup options. One being the FSP M580-BA or WA… Read more

Glorious Model O 2 Mini Wireless Review

2 Packaging, Weight, Cable & Feet » Introduction Established in 2014, Glorious is a peripherals company based in the United States. Despite the slight name change, the Model O 2 Mini follows closely in the footsteps of the Model O- Wireless, being a smaller version of the Model O 2. The general aesthetic of the latter… Read more

Thermaltake The Tower 600 Review

Introduction I would like to thank Thermaltake for supplying the review sample. Thermaltake has a wide range of case products and is not afraid to push the boundaries with The Tower 600 being no different. Having reviewed the first Tower product back in 2021, the whole case family has come a long way since –… Read more

Sparkle Arc A770 ROC Review

Introduction The Sparkle Arc A770 ROC is the company’s newest Intel Arc graphics card. Intel’s discrete GPU design has been on the market for two years now, with the next generation expected in 2025. With the “ROC,” Sparkle wants to establish a special name for custom-design graphics cards with a factory overclock, similar to ASUS… Read more

Endgame Gear XM2 8K Review

0 Packaging, Weight, Cable & Feet » Introduction Endgame Gear is a peripherals company based in Germany. Essentially, the ambidextrous XM2 8K is an OP1 8K with a different shell. Much like the latter, the XM2 8K comes equipped with PixArt’s PAW3395 sensor capable of 26,000 CPI, and is capable of 8000 Hz polling. The main… Read more