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ASRock X570 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3 Motherboard Review

"When it comes to mini-ITX AMD X570 motherboards there are only a handful to choose from. Today we are checking out ASRock�s offering which comes in the form of the X570 Phantom Gaming-ITX/TB3. We first saw the Phantom Gaming Series from ASRock with their Z390 Phantom Gaming X and we are hoping to see the same quality in the X570 Phantom Gaming-ITX... [PCSTATS]




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Gryphon Tower Mesh WiFi System

Gryphon is a relatively new company aiming to challenge the establishment of consumer-grade networking. We check out the Gryphon Tower today, which aims to combine extensive network security features with excellent performance, mesh network compatibility, and ease of installation and monitoring!... [PCSTATS]




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Gamerstorm Macube 310P Mid-Tower Chassis Review

"Gamerstorm's Macube 310P mid-tower computer case offers great value for money with just a few issues here and there."... [PCSTATS]




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Creative SXFI AIR C Headphones Review

" After re-creating our profile in the SXFI mobile application, we went on and watched several TV shows such as Star Trek: Picard, Better Call Saul and Altered Carbon. The EQ was left on neutral and we were quite surprised by the quality of the surround sound delivered by the product, same basically as the one found with the SXFI THEATER. SXFI AIR ... [PCSTATS]




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Raspberry Pi Enthusiast Creates Coronavirus Live Global Tracker Display

There are so many things that can be done with a little spare time and a Raspberry Pi that it boggles the mind; the little developer board can be made to do just about anything builders can dream up. One of the most recent projects we've seen using the Pi turned up on Reddit from a person called jul-bruegger who combined the Raspberry Pi Zero... [PCSTATS]




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Galax GeForce RTX 2070 Super HOF 10 Year Anniversary

The Galax RTX 2070 Super HOF 10 Year comes with a large overclock on both GPU and memory, it's actually the fastest RTX 2070 we ever tested, almost matching RTX 2080. Thanks to a large power limit increase and 16 Gbps memory chips from Samsung, manual overclocking works great, too.... [PCSTATS]




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RIOTORO Aviator Classic Gaming Headset Review

Riotoro just released their very first 7.1 virtual surround sound gaming headset called the Aviator Classic and today it�s up to us to put it to the test. ... [PCSTATS]




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Fnatic React Gaming Headset

Fnatic React is the first gaming headset released by this world-famous esports brand. It's a simple analog headset with no extra features or gimmicks. It is laser-focused on what's important: sound and microphone quality, as well as wearing comfort.... [PCSTATS]




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Threadripper 3990X TRX40 VRM Torture Test

Today we're going to perform some AMD TRX40 motherboard VRM thermal testing using the powerful 64-core Threadripper 3990X. To apply load we're using Blender with the system running at stock and overclocked to 3.8 GHz. The typical power draw for this system is around 450 watts, but once overclocked we are hitting as much as 850 watts. Toasty!... [PCSTATS]




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Best Budget Gaming Monitors 2020

If you're tight on cash but want a really good monitor, this is the article for you. For putting together this buying guide we narrowed down our options to displays that give you the best experience for the lowest possible price.... [PCSTATS]




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15+ Titles Every PC Gamer Should Own

There are thousands upon thousands of PC games out there, and hundreds of good ones. However, some have stood out over the years, and cemented themselves as absolute must-haves in their respective genres. These are 15 titles we feel every PC gamer should have in their digital library.... [PCSTATS]




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Serious Statistics: The Frustum Follies.

"I will share a better explanation to the idea for this article in a later section, but here is a short version: How much an impact, if any, does the aspect ratio have on performance? Beyond any doubt, 16:9 is the most common aspect ratio, and the differences between a 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 display or image can be thought of in terms of sampling ... [PCSTATS]




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XPG Battlecruiser

The XPG Battlecruiser is the larger of the two initial case offerings from ADATA XPG, with the smaller Invader making an excellent first impression. This means the Battlecruiser has some big shoes to fill, especially as the $150�$200 segment tends to attract a demanding crowd.... [PCSTATS]




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Vertagear SL5000SE Gaming Chair Review

Are you in the market for a new gaming chair? Vertagear has only been in the world of chairs since 2015 but they have plenty of options available. The SL5000 features top of the line fabrics with intricate stitching, removable lumbar pillow and luxurious memory foam head pillow � but what else sets the SL5000 special edition apart from the competit... [PCSTATS]




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Epson Updates EF Series Portable Offerings with Two New Projectors

Epson has upgraded its EqiqVision Mini portable lifestyle projector series with the EF22 and EF21, two new laser models featuring advanced setup features and the Google TV streaming platform.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Panasonic Connect PT-REQ15 Projector Review

The Panasonic PT-REQ15 is a 1-chip DLP 4K projector that uses pixel-shift tech to achieve a 4K image from WUXGA chips.



  • Large Venue Projectors

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XGIMI Releases Horizon S Series Hybrid Projectors

XGIMI has released the Horizon S series lifestyle projectors featuring an advanced hybrid laser/LED light source that achieves wide BT.2020 gamut while minimizing laser speckle and color fringing.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Optoma ZH450ST 1080p Laser Projector Review

The Optoma ZH450ST (also available as the long throw ZH450) is a compact laser projector that, while it doesn't meet its 4,200 ANSI lumen claim, is an excellent choice for classroom and boardrooms, as well as golf simulators, thanks to low input lag.



  • Conference Room Projectors

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Formovie Announces Theater Premium UST Laser TV Projector

Formovie has announced the upgrade to the popular Formovie Theater UST laser TV, the Theater Premium, with enhanced brightness and improved performance and features.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Hisense Releases PL2 Single-Laser UST Projector

Hisense has bolstered its 2024-2025 UST line-up with the PL2, a cost effective single-laser model that brings many of the desirable features of its higher end offering at an attractive $2,499 price point.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Ricoh Introduces Bright 6,500-Lumen, 4K UST Projector

Ricoh, whose expertise in lenses is tapped throughout the projector industry including by some UST manufacturers, has launched the UHL3660, a commercial 4K UST with a massive 6,500 ANSI-lumen light output.



  • Conference Room Projectors

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AWOL Vision LTV-2500 RGB Laser UST Review

Though its not without its caveats, including less-than-stellar out-of-box accuracy and a potentially misleading "peak lumens" brightness claim, AWOL Vision's LTV-2500 is a solid entry-level UST projector with premium features.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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JVC DLA-NZ500 D-ILA Projector Review

The JVC DLA-NZ500 (or DLA-RS1200 in the custom install world) brings a laser light engine to JVC's entry-level projector line. It delivers the solid performance we've come to expect from JVC in a smaller package than previously for $5,999.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Sharp Intros XP-X171Q High Output, Dual-Laser 4K Projector

Sharp's new XP-X171Q 4K dual-laser projector punches out 16,500 lumens and offers crisp images, robust color, and a host of thoughtful installation features for large classrooms, boardrooms, museums and houses of worship.



  • Conference Room Projectors

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Elite Screens Aeon CLR UST Screen Review

Elite's Aeon CLR screen provides effective rejection of overhead ambient lights for today's emerging ultra-short-throw home theater projectors...and does so at unusually low cost.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Screen Innovations Slate 1.2 Zero Edge Pro Screen Review

Screen Innovations Slate 1.2 ALR material mated with the company's Zero Edge Pro frame design makes for a high performance, high style combo.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Video: Elite ProAV Saker Tab-Tension Dark UST Motorized ALR Screen Review

ProjectorCentral's Rob Sabin installs and demonstrates Elite ProAV's huge 120-inch motorized ALR screen for UST projectors.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Video: Da-Lite SightLine Cable Drop Screen Review

In this video, ProjectorCentral editor Rob Sabin takes a close look at the Da-Lite SightLine cable-drop screen system.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Video: Inside BenQ's Gaming Projectors and the New X3000i

ProjectorCentral editor Rob Sabin sits down with Jeffrey Hsieh, BenQ Director of Consumer Projector Business for North America, to discuss the evolution of BenQ's gaming projectors and the cutting-edge tech in the new X3000i 4K LED gaming projector.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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4K UST Laser TV Buyer's Guide: Features, Specs, & More

ProjectorCentral's Buyer's Guide to 4K UST Laser Projectors will help you compare specs and features and find the living room projection TV that's right for you.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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How to Choose a Projector for a Golf Simulator

Selecting a projector for a DIY golf simulator is different than picking one for home theater or gaming. Here's what you need to know, along with a few expert projector recommendations.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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The Race to 8K and Beyond: How Many Pixels is Enough?

There's a perpetual push for more and more pixels, but at what point is resolution good enough? In this article, integrator Tim Adams does the math.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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How to Choose a Golf Simulator Impact Screen and Enclosure

Here's what you'll need to know to select a specialty impact screen and enclosure for your planned golf simulator, along with a trove of linked resources.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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What's In a Number?: A Guide to Aspect Ratios

Ever wonder why there are so many different display aspect ratios in use today and what they're for? This Tech Talk explains it all.



  • Home Theater Projectors

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Living Forward: Adam Elliot on "Memoir of a Snail"

An interview with the writer/director of the lovely "Memoir of a Snail".




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A Prophet is Without Honor in His Own Country; or, The Curious Case of Clint Eastwood

A piece on Clint Eastwood and the WB mishandling of his "Juror #2."




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Black Harvest Film Festival 2024 Preview

A preview of the 2024 Black Harvest Film Festival.



  • Festivals & Awards

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Apple TV’s “Silo” Returns for Daring Second Season

A TV review of what might be Apple's best show.




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Coming of Consciousness: Tyler Taormina on Christmas Eve in Miller's Point

An interview with the filmmaker about his tender take on Christmas, connection, and change.




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Max’s “Dune: Prophecy” Fails to Capture the Magic of Villeneuve’s Films, Herbert’s Novels 

A review of the new Max show set in the world of Frank Herbert's Dune.




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Tokyo International Film Festival 2024: Godzilla Turns 70

On an amazing event in Tokyo this year in celebration of Godzilla's 70ths birthday.



  • Festivals & Awards

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"Arcane" Makes Triumphant Return to Netflix

A review of the first half of the new season of Netflix's "Arcane".




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A Voice from the Great Unconscious: Tony Todd (1954-2024)

A tribute to Tony Todd.




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Time Moves On: Jesse Eisenberg on "A Real Pain"

An interview with the star-director on grief and his funny, heartfelt sophomore effort.




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Youth (Homecoming)

There’s so much detail and such a clear sense of dramatic proportion that it almost doesn’t matter that the movie doesn’t resolve itself traditionally or with a full stop.




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Weekend in Taipei

It’s mostly empty and forgettable but occasionally entertaining and inspired. If you like this kind of thing, you will like this kind of thing. 




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The Last Rifleman

Despite Brosnan’s best efforts, this is a movie with its heart in the right place and its head somewhere substantially other.




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100 Yards

“100 Yards” perfectly illustrates what makes Xu a filmmaker worth following.




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Stockholm Bloodbath

“Stockholm Bloodbath,” from director Mikael Håfström, is an exploitation take that struggles to hold its intended tone.




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Christmas Eve in Miller's Point

“Christmas Eve in Miller’s Point” is a vibe.