Anandtech compares three low-profile HSF

If you’re not planning to use your HTPC as a gaming rig, opting for a full-height chassis is a waste :). Finding the right low-profile HSF to cool the CPU can be a major challenge though… If you’re in that boat, Anandtech has a look at three different height coolers that might make the selection process easier.  Whether the focus […]

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Steiger Dynamics announces set of VR enabled HTPC

I prefer to build my own HTPC, but not everyone has the time or desire to do that. Fortunately companies like Steiger Dynamics provide options, including three new Kaby Lake models announced at CES. With different sizes and configs they should have most use cases covered… Encased in the award-winning hand-brushed aluminum LEET Mk2 and MAVEN Mk2 chassis, LEET and […]

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Intel announces 5 new NUC models

Another CES, another set of NUCs announced. I must say I also like the darker chassis, but it concerns me tha tthe renders don’t appear to have CIR built in. If that is the case, it would be a big minus for their HTPC use.  Early generation NUCs were interesting, though not necessarily exciting due to their limitations. However, NUCs […]

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D-Link announces first Apple HomeKit compatible camera

The Apple HomeKit ecosystem has been a bit sluggish (relative to other Apple kit), so it’s nice that their finally getting a camera via the D-Link Omna 180 Cam HD (DSH-C310). No word on price though… Full PR after the break. D-Link Unveils First Apple HomeKit Enabled Camera New D-Link® Omna™ 180 Cam HD Supports Apple’s Smart Home Ecosystem INTERNATIONAL […]

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