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    Please Any Help Between These 2 MP3 Boomboxes

    I am extremely torn between these 2 boom boxes...Which one to get ?? Any input would be greatly appreciated...thanks. Altec Lansing IMT800 or Kicker iK501 both appear to be top end units from what I have been reading. Using 4th gen ipod touch. thanks.
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    Sennheiser for PC Question

    Hi all...I am researching a quality wireless set of headphones but I will primarily be using them only with my computer ( high specs system ). I was looking at the Sennheiser RS 180's. Good reviews but is this too much over kill for a pc ? I am using Sennheiser HD 555 with my pc currently...
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    File Transfer Question

    Thanks for the help guys.
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    File Transfer Question

    Hey, basic question....What is the best way to transfer(not move but copy) a fairly large folder of video's from my desktop to my laptop? Both are running Win 7. ( not sure if I have my computers set up in my home network or not ). Thank you in advance. :):)
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    Alereon Laptop to HDTV Wireless Extender

    Hi all. I've been reading about this device quite a bit today - it was supposed to have been released in Q1 2010...anyone with ANY info on this unit please share.....thanks in advance. :)
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    Anyone own an Acer 8940G-5679

    Only available at Staples it appears...available in Europe I think I read ?.nice specs for $1000.00 Only has core i3-330m. Is this enough cpu for movies, casual gaming ??? thanks.
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    Acer Aspire 7740G-6969

    By normal I suppose I mean surfing, watching videos and the odd movie, occasional game here and there...
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    Acer Aspire 7740G-6969

    Anyone know if this would be a decent unit for normal everyday use ? I was also looking at the Aspire 8940G-6865 Any info is appreciated....thanks.
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    HTPC Question: Re: Keyboard/Mouse

    Any and all product suggestions are welcomed for sure...thanks...I am pretty set on having backlighting as one of my main options though.... I know that narrows the list a lot for sure.
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    HTPC Question: Re: Keyboard/Mouse

    Setting up a HTPC....read lots of good things about the Logitech diNova mini except for the mouse functionality on the keypad appears to be questionable....I already own a Logitech MX Air, as a second mouse, do you think I should/could use the MX Air in conjunction with the diNova mini to...
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    Toshiba E205 Thoughts

    Anyone know much about the quality of the Toshiba E205 laptop, released tomorrow @ Best Buy. Its one of the first to include Intels HD Technology....look like a decent machine to me?
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    Dual Mouse Question

    This is basically what I thought...thanks for all comments...
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    Dual Mouse Question

    Does anyone see any problem with having 2 mice plugged in and active at the same time? I want to do it with an MX Revolution and an MX Air. Although I no doubt would only use 1 at a time, they would be both active and ready to use/swap out for the other at any time. Also, either way, would you...
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    New Firmware Question for X25-M

    sorry, I should have mentioned I am running Windows 7 x 64 bit. If I dont run the wiper tool any fragmentation I have incurred in the last month-up until the firmware was updated, will not be addressed the way I understand it.
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    New Firmware Question for X25-M

    I have a 1 month old system and just had someone install the newest firmware update for trim support for my x25-m 160 gb ssd but they never installed the SSD Toolbox....isn't it a good idea to install that and run the wiper tool I think I read on the forums somewhere? Thanks in advance.
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    Question About Firmware for Intel SSD

    But going ahead and using the drive normally until then should not cause any issues fragmentation wise or other, correct?
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    Question About Firmware for Intel SSD

    My local computer technicians are building my system today with Intel 160 gb g2 ssd. New firmware is not quite released yet but they tell me to run it as is for a while then install new firmware when it has proven stable. will I get the full benefits if TRIM if I install it a month down the...
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    New System Plan-Should Be Awesome...See Any Issues?

    I am a bit of a fanatic though....cost is not usually an issue.....more about having the latest and greatest or something like that I guess.....would like to fit a larger monitor in my desk though...did lots of research and did get the largest monitor that would fit...like 1/8" inch room left...lol.
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    New System Plan-Should Be Awesome...See Any Issues?

    Yeah...its the biggest monitor I can fit in my current workstation :( It has an enclosed area for the monitor...the ram thing is more or less for braggin' rights I guess.....I'm one of those guys if they make it - I gotta have it...lol.
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    New System Plan-Should Be Awesome...See Any Issues?

    MB: Asus P6T Deluxe V2 X58 CPU: Intel Core i7 950 Bloomfield Ram: 12 GB. Corsair Dominator 1600 Video: XFX Radeon HD 5850 (may go crossfire yet) HDD 1: Intel X25-M G2 160 GB.. HDD 2: WD Black 2 TB. 7500 RPM. Sound: Creative Fatality Champion 7.1 with LogitechZ5500 speakers. Optical...
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    Security Suite vs Antivirus Software Only

    It looks like Norton Security Suite 2010 is getting good review...used to be a hardcore Norton fan a few years ago...anyone have any good experience with this?
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    Security Suite vs Antivirus Software Only

    What would you guys suggest - get the security suite or just the antivirus software? Building a new system and would appreciate opinions - and any brand reccomendations would be great too....thanks.
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    UPDATE: 5850 vs 5870 vs 4870 CF

    Is there an issue that some of the latest games do not support crossfire set-ups ...or is this incorrect?
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    Intel X25-M 160 G2 Firmware Question

    whoops,sorry...and thanks.
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    Intel X25-M 160 G2 Firmware Question

    Sorry if this is posted somewhere else already....when Intel releases the NEW firmware in the next week or so as advertised, do you have to reformat the drive to install it or can I install win 7 64 bit on new drive now and just update firmware when its out without wiping the drive? Thanks...
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    5870/5850/5770/5750 stocking status

    Just ordered an XFX 5850 from NewEgg Canada for $345.00 CAD.
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    GTX 295 vs Radeon 5870

    I will be using a 22" lcd @ 1920x1080. I was afraid you all would opt for the 5870. I will keep looking for availability. Thanks.
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    GTX 295 vs Radeon 5870

    I am 90% done getting a new high end gaming rig assembled for me but can't seem to get access to the final component....yes the Radeon 5870. Usually I have been an Nvidia guy in the past. Cost aside, should I just go for the 295? Isn't ATI's driver support far worse than Nvidia's historically...
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    5870/5850/5770/5750 stocking status

    Do you guys expect availability to improve or to get even worse going forward ?
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    Radeon 5870 Card Manufacturer Question

    Now, if only I could find actual availability up here in Canada :(:(
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    Radeon 5870 Card Manufacturer Question

    I am waiting on availability for Asus version of 5870 in Canada....I've noticed other mnfc. ones are available currently however. Is there anything wrong with going with say: Powercolor,Saphire,Diamond, XFX or MSI versions of the 5870 ? Thanks.
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    Samsung 2343BWX Monitor

    Hey....I am looking at this monitor . Its 2048x1152. I am about to be running a new system with tons of graphics power....is this a good monitor ?
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    6 GB or 12 GB Memory ?

    Yeah,I thought of that originally....but 12 GB sounded pretty cool. I do some achvd video work now and then so I suppose I could pass the 6 gb mark with that? I also do play some of the latest games....as long as that much ram has no possible negative effects, I am not concerned about the extra...
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    6 GB or 12 GB Memory ?

    I was going to go with 12 GB ddr3 Corsair memory for X58 triple mb on new system build....its partially for bragging rights I suppose. Anyone think 12 GB is just stupid? Should I stay with 6 Gb ? Thanks...
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    SSD Fragmentation Concerns

    I just ordered an Intel x25-m g2 160 gb
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    GTX 285 or 295 ?

    Thanks everyone....going for the 5870 after all.:)
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    GTX 285 or 295 ?

    GTX 8800
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    See Any Concerns With This Rig?

    Whoops....can't type apparently....yea ,that is a Corsair power supply and the video card is supposed to say Radeon HD 5870
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    See Any Concerns With This Rig?

    MB: Asus P7p55D Delune CPU: Intel CoreI7 870 Lynfield Ram: Crucial 8 Gb. 1600 ?? Video: Asus Radeon 8750 Hdd1: Intel X25-M G2 160 gb Hdd2: WD Black 2TB. 7500 rpm Sound: Creative Fatality Champion 7.1 Logitech Z5500 Speakers Optical: LG Blu-ray Burner and 2nd LG DVD Burner Case...