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Westinghouse debuts Hi-Res 19" Monitor for $199

Posted by: Dan at 9/22/2008 4:55 PM - Comments (0)
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Anyone that is into PC gaming knows that today's games demand the best quality monitor you can get your hands on.  Unfortunately, our budget often times limits us to something below what we would like to have.  Well, Westinghouse has an affordable 19" monitor that should work for most anyone looking for a good monitor at a great price.  The L1916HW is a 19" high-resolution LCD monitor that sports 3,000:1 contrast, 1680x1050 resolution and 2 ms response, all for a MSRP of $199.




When clarity counts: The Westinghouse Digital L1916HW high resolution LCD computer monitor provides stellar images for home and work applications alike. From busy professionals to anyone who works with a computer at home, high-quality image clarity is a must.

While today’s LCD computer monitors are increasing in size and coming down in cost, many monitors are not increasing in resolution: The sharpness and detail of the image on the screen. Westinghouse Digital provides the ultimate solution with its L1916HW 19” high-resolution LCD monitor.

The L1916HW delivers a stunning 1680x1050 resolution, which is much higher than most 19” monitors on the market today that have a 1440x900 resolution. With increased resolution, the on-screen image becomes clearer, more vivid and the increase in DPI allows more content – an essential feature for anyone who spends many hours at a time working with a computer. With its high-resolution and 3000:1 dynamic contrast, the L1916HW is ideal for displaying photos and working with graphic applications.

The L1916HW also offers a touch sensitive key pad and 2-millisecond response time, making it perfect for gaming, watching DVD’s and surfing the Internet.

The L1916HW features:

· An ultra-high 1680x1050 resolution
· Display 36% more content than traditional 19” LCD monitors
· Super-high 3000:1 contrast ratio
· 2-millisecond response time
· Wide 170/160 viewing angle
· An impeccable industrial design accentuated with a piano black bezel
· Touch sensitive keypad
· Windows Vista™ Premium compliant
· Compliance to ENERGY STAR® and RoHS standards
· MSRP: $199

Personalize your G9

by: John - posted: 12/5/2008 5:58 AM - Comments (0)
The Logitech G9 mouse is still the one I primarily use for my PC gaming. I've been a little disappointed to see that there hasn't been any new grips coming out for the sucker but that's going to change a little now. Here's the first new product to update the mouse and it's a long time coming. Logitech will now let you customize the look of your G9 for $19.99. The ID Grip for the G9 mouse looks like one of the grips that comes with the peripheral but I can't be sure until I get my hands on one. The product will let you design your own look or use one of the pre-defined ones to give your G9 a personal touch. I think I'll put a picture of Chuck's forehead on mine so I can face palm it for all the times he decides to run off on his own in a team game.
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February 27th, 2009 is when you'll be able to play the rendered movie..err Killzone 2

by: John - posted: 12/5/2008 5:50 AM - Comments (0)
Has it really been three and a half years since that Killzone 2 incident where they were showing it off only to be called out on it being a pre-rendered trailer? Well, no matter as February 27th, 2009 will be the date that PlayStation 3 owners can get their hands on the game. Don't believe me? See for yourself in this G4 clip along with viewing two weapons in the bolt and the flamethrower. Chuck's been mucking around with the beta so hopefully we'll get impressions from him soon.

News Roundup: AeroCool Prince of Fiesta

by: Randy - posted: 12/5/2008 12:45 AM - Comments (0)
  • Meeting the Prince of Persia again for the first time.
  • Here's an update to TheTechLounge's 1TB Hard Drive Roundup.
  • You'll do a double take looking at the AeroCool AeroRacer Pro PC Case.
  • Carrying the brand's typical enthusiast charm, it's the Gigabyte EG45M-DS2H motherboard.
  • New pets need a home in free-to-play MMO, Fiesta.
Thanks to TheTechLounge, Outspark, Legit Reviews and Techgage for today's news roundup.

Arx Fatalis now at Good Old Games

by: Randy - posted: 12/5/2008 12:35 AM - Comments (0)
Though something of a system hog for the PC back in 2002, the six-year-old Arx Fatalis (GN Grade: B) is now patched up for Windows XP and Vista and is available at Good Old Games (GOG.com) -- and will probably run magnificently now on the machine sitting in front of you.  This "criminally overlooked" first-person RPG features plenty of old-school role-playing mechanics, not to discount gratuitous bodily dimemberment.  Arx Fatalis is at the going rate of $9.99 at GOG.com, but you can make that price point work even more in your favor if you take advantage of their 3-for-2 deal going on right now. [READ MORE]

Sega launches new community and gaming site, PlaySEGA.com

by: Randy - posted: 12/5/2008 12:15 AM - Comments (0)
Sega lovers have a new place to call home at PlaySEGA.com.  It's a social networking site that's already chock-full of arcade, word, card, puzzle, quiz, sports, and Sonic games -- all free.  There's also Brain Assist (originally for the Nintendo DS) as well as Sonic at the Olympic Games.  Both free, too.  There's also Ice Shuffle:  free; Hollywood Adventure Quiz:  free; and Aquatic Word Burst:  free.  Scoring high in the games geets you Rings (the site's currency, of course) which will fund the decorating of your avatar's Escape Area -- it's "Home," if you will.  So if you're dying for yet another social networking site, you know where to go. [READ MORE]

Fiddy shows off counter moves, crystal skull in new trailer

by: Chuck - posted: 12/5/2008 12:12 AM - Comments (0)
50 Cent:Blood in the Sand is shaping up to be my guilty pleasure title of 2009 as the game's plot and tone are fairly ridiculous but the gameplay will more than make up for it.  It's not really shown off much in this new trailer but the game could surprise people when it hit store shelves next year.

Patch 1.05 out for Red Alert 3

by: John - posted: 12/4/2008 3:35 PM - Comments (0)
EA has alerted us that a new patch is out for Command & Conquer Red Alert 3. The patch, version 1.05, features a DRM De-authorization tool and a map builder as well as some bug fixes and balancing fixes. At least there's something to help you move your copy of Red Alert 3 to another computer but I think they should do away with the DRM in any case or choose a better one. SecuROM's not one of mine or anyone's favorite. [READ MORE]

Xbox 360 being friendly with 8 games offering free online play for a month

by: John - posted: 12/4/2008 1:23 PM - Comments (0)
Eight Xbox Live Arcade games will be available for free online play so those with Silver memberships can play with others for this month. The games include A Kingdom for Keflings, Aegis Wing, Bomberman Live, Hardwood Hearts, Hardwood Spades, UNO, Small Arms and Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix. It's nice to see Super Street Figter II Turbo HD Remix in there as that's a pretty recent release.

New Games for Windows - Live client

by: John - posted: 12/4/2008 1:20 PM - Comments (0)
If you want to try it out, Microsoft has released a new client for Games for Windows - Live. I've downloaded and installed it and so far found nothing really exciting about it. There are some videos, a demo, and other small stuff but really it's just not worth the time if you can't send or receive messages with other Live folks on the 360 or PC. Really, nothing to see here. Move along.

January sees DLC for Mirror's Edge, PC version on January 13th

by: John - posted: 12/4/2008 1:00 PM - Comments (0)
In January, DICE and EA will be releasing DLC for Mirror's Edge featuring seven Time Trial maps with nine races. You'll have to pony up $10 or 800 MS points though to get it. PS3 users are getting an additional map for free as well. Those waiting for a PC version to try and see the new physics effect will be able to purchase the game in the US come January 13th. I wish I had more time because the game looks pretty fun and I did have fun with the demo doing the time runs.
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Nascar goes all cute with NASCAR Kart Racing

by: John - posted: 12/4/2008 12:55 PM - Comments (0)
It was only a matter of time but it's finally here. EA has announced NASCAR Kart Racing for the Wii letting up to four players race around using some of the sports' biggest stars. The characters look 360 avatar-ish and they all race around in these go-kart like vehicles. Yeah, it's not going to be anything realistic but if you like the Mario Kart games this one might reel you in.
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EnjoyMMO Games introduces three new free-to-play MMOs to North America

by: Randy - posted: 12/3/2008 11:55 PM - Comments (0)
Three new free-to-play MMO titles have swept up onto North American shores by way of publisher EnjoyMMO Games.  I'll let them make their own introductions:
  • Phoenix Dynasty Online is a fantasy action MMORPG set in the world of the Warring States period of ancient China (from 475 B.C to 221 B.C.). In this game, you will traverse back in time to ancient China, join one of the four feudal states, Chi, Chu, Qin, and Zhao, grow your characters and skills, and participate in the legacy of history, fierce fighting, and politics among these feudal states, and ultimately, become the hero that is vital to the survival and success of your state.
  • Magic World Online is a new-concept MMORPG set in an ancient western fantasy world, in which players can choose one of the two opposing camps: Empire or Dynasty, and fight to uphold or change the law of the Magic Land. This is the first MMORPG that provides in-game Video Chat to allow more intimate interaction among players. Furthermore, the game has introduced an in-game Robot System that completely eliminates the existence of illegal BOT programs, thus making MWO a truly “fair” MMORPG. The game also has many other unique and exciting features such as: Multifunctional House, Auto Navigation, Massive State War, Growing Weapons, Marriage Instances, Multiple Living Skills, Official Position, Multiple Class Transfers, and so on.
  • Legend of Golden Plume is the cutest game for cuties. It is a great community MMORPG featuring teamwork and pet raising. Team up with up to 4 other players, and you can earn up to 5X Experience when you train. There are also many other exciting features such as Weapon Refinement, Tribe System, Marriage System, Master/Apprentice System, Trade System, fun quests, super cool skills (both for heroes and pets), and so forth. You never play alone in the world of LGP Online!

News Roundup: Wasteland Simulation Enthusiast

by: Randy - posted: 12/3/2008 11:26 PM - Comments (0)
  • Fallout 3's Vault-Tec Wasteland Simulation Manual is posted for all to see.
  • The professional, fits-anywhere NZXT Tempest Enthusiast Steel Mid-Tower Computer Chassis.
  • There are other charities besides Child's Play? Like TheTechLouge's Toys for Tots raffle and fundraiser?
  • Compact and loud enough to blow you away -- the Altec Lansing SoundBar speakers.
  • Carolina Games Summit keynote speakers announced:  Insomniac Games and Media Sunshine.
  • A tale of two guys playing Fight Night Round 3 -- with Rock Band controllers.
  • Philips amBX Premium Kit is a scaled-back amBX setup that's a speaker system for PC gamers.
Thanks to TechwareLabs, TheTechLounge, NCsoft, Carolina Games Summit, Legit Reviews, AtomicGamer and I4U News for today's news roundup.

GOG.com having 3-for-2 deals

by: Randy - posted: 12/3/2008 8:06 PM - Comments (0)
GOG.com (Good Old Games) is bringing to fruition a long-overdue concept:  Having, erm, good old games -- available at a pittance of today's going rate of $50 and $60 behemoths.  Plus you have the peace of mind knowing that these have passed through some old timey gamers' "classic status" filter.  This week's "new" releases:  Disciples 2 Gold and Jagged Alliance 2, going for $9.99 each.

But GOG.com has a 3-for-2 deal going on right now until December 8th:  Buy two $9.99 games and you get a $5.99 game free.  To cite their examples, you could buy Operation Flashpoint and Unreal Tournament 2004 and get FlatOut for free.  Or buy Gothic and Sacred Gold so that you can get Fallout for free. [READ MORE]

First Impressions: Prince of Persia

by: Randy - posted: 12/3/2008 7:08 PM - Comments (0)