Originally posted by: HardWarrior
Originally posted by: JEDIYoda
I think I stated the market has started to catch up but to be more precise the market has caught up with them.
And I added that they'd been surpassed. The days were people made their PSU decisions based on how heavy the unit is a rapidly coming to a close.
I really don`t think it`s a matter of resting on there laurels
I do, and this is my considered opinion. Exactly what has PCP&C brought to the table that could be considered as "new" over the past few years? Even their newly released units are still based on the same technology. Surely you don't think that there's no room for advancing designs when it comes to PSU's.
as much as is a matter of there just is not a whole lot to do technically to get better
This is a strange posture to take when it comes to computers. My RS-850 has 3 transformers, 6x12v rails@18a per and no on/off switch. It can be argued that these things aren't "needed", but their inclusion indicates that at least some manufacturers ARE looking for ways to further the technology.
especially when the only isue they really need to deal with is the sound isasue yet because they cater to the server crowd and the missuion critical crowd they really as a company see no need to change.
Another fairly limited perspective, this time when it comes to retail. PCP&C, I can assure you, is perfectly satisfied in being able to sell to the aftermarket enthusiast crowd. They just need to walk to walk.
You would be very suprised to understand that people like us were not who PC Power & Cooling originally set out to attract!
I'm staring at my 50th year on this planet, yoda. Not much actually surprises my anymore.
Intel had the same idea, and mission statement, when they started out. They've since changed their tune. If PCP&C doesn't adapt to changing markets they'll be an afterthought in the PSU market.
You are also entitled to your opinion....
Of course I am. This isn't in question.
One last thing..people are always complaining about the price of a PC Power & Cooling Unit yet you just justified PC Power & Coolings pricee.
That's easy, if I get your meaning. Personally, I don't see the logic in decking a rig out with $3000 worth of FRU's and fronting it with a crap PSU. I ended up with a PSU that should keep me going through at least the next two upgrade cycles without breaking a sweat. The fact that my wants/needs weren't met by a PCP&P unit is not a good thing for the company, regardless.
In order to innovate you must past the cost of research & developement on to the customer must you not??
Absolutely, and that expense is justified, to me at least, by having a rock-stable rig and the sense of safety and well-being I get from knowing that I bought well-built sh1t.