Hyperkin's PS3 Remotext weds Blu-ray remote with keypad controller, DualShock 3 frets

With the PSN finally back up, it's time for important things -- you know, messaging your buds for a Black Ops pwning spree or hitting up Netflix. Hyperkin's Remotext for PS3 wants to help you get back into action with its hybrid remote / controller / chatpad. It features a slide-out Blu-ray remote panel, QWERTY keypad -- better positioned than SONY's offering -- and two analog nubs with a near-complete set of gaming controls. There's no sign of rear triggers, and Bluetooth connectivity is absent too, but it does come with a wireless USB receiver and rechargeable battery so you're not left scrounging between the couch cushions for AAs. Although we're doubtful it'll prove functional for gaming, it could be appropriate for PS3s that spend more time sitting at the movies than getting their Move on. The DualShock 3 shouldn't have much to worry about, but we'll find out at E3, when the Remotext will be officially showcased. There's no word on pricing or availability yet, but if you're dying for more in the meantime, a press release is beyond the break.

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Some Xbox 360s won't read discs; Microsoft to comp owners with a new system, year of XBL

There may have been a good reason for that wide beta test Microsoft ran to test out its new disc format for the Xbox 360. While it will allow for an extra 1GB of storage space for new games and (it hopes) stop piracy, apparently some consoles contain drives that cannot read the new XGD3 discs. The details can be seen in the email pictured above posted by Reddit user Avery Penn and were verified as real by the Xbox Support Twitter account, but now it's responding to inquiries by saying that the replacements are in response to a previous update, and not the upcoming one that has been in beta. Confusingly, Microsoft Europe confirmed the initial report and points affected users towards the support page. One way or another, affected owners can expect to be mollified by getting their Xbox 360s replaced with new 250GB Xbox 360S models plus a free year of XBL for the trouble. We haven't gotten an official response about the plan yet but are still checking, so your plan to hoard old consoles and get free replacements en masse is probably equal parts premature and Seinfeldian genius.

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Review : Dell Inspiron 14R

Dell Inspiron 14R New Laptop is the new cutting age technology for the daily mainstream laptop users in daily life. It has a 14” wide High Definition glossy screen with a sleek brush metal finished smug proved body. The most important thing about this laptop is that is has a full size keyboard which will give a relaxation to your hands for a change. It comes with the i3/i5 processor and 3GB of DDR-3 RAM and 320GB 5400RPM HDD inbuilt with windows 7 Home basic edition(64-bit).It has in built DVD burner optical driver and a stereo speaker & a prominent  microphone jack which makes it a very user friendly. In the network connectivity area it has Ethernet facility in it. It also can be connected to the Wi-Fi networks and Bluetooth. It got 3 numbers of 2.0 USB ports and a SD card reader slot and a 1.3-megapixel web camera which makes it richer. This laptop also comes with the warranty of 1 year.

Review : Transcend Ts8Xdvdrw-K

FEATURES

• USB 2.0 interface for high-speed data transfer
• 8x DVD±R read / write, 24x CD-R / RW read / write
• Compatible with CD-R / RW, DVD±R, DVD±RW, DVD±R DL, DVD-RAM media
• Reads and writes Dual Layer discs
• Includes CyberLink Power2Go media writing software
• USB powered - No external power adapter needed
• Elegant slim modern design with rounded edges
• Compact and easy-to-carry
• Easy Plug and Play installation
• Anti-slip rubber feet
• 2 years warranty

Looking forward to buy an external DVD writer here is a great option for you Transcend Ts8Xdvdrw-K. Transcend's another nice product. The product is quite attractive in looks and is mainly available in black color. The current price of this product is near about 45$. This is cheaper than any other in same field. The price of this product is very good. It is fully controlled and powered by the USB but it does not work with USB 2.0 which is a drawback of this device. Generally that older usb system makes it slower than other model available in the market. It includes Cyberlink Power2go 6 software in the package and this software is also good enough. The lite weight of this device makes it easy to carry. This device burns DVD at speed of 8X and it burns CD at speed of 24x.it writes a DVD in 20-23 minutes.  The speed of this device is good. It comes with a warranty of 2 years. Transcend Ts8Xdvdrw-K can be give 5 star out of 5 stars for its price and it can be given 3.5 stars out of 5 stars for its performance.

Review : Samsung SE-S084 Slim External DVD Writer

Usually no one needs external drive but when it comes to portable device the first thing that comes in mind is USB.
SPECIFICATIONS

•     Firmware live update
•     12 cm and 8 cm disc support
•     Firmware live updateManual disc eject function
•     Prevents buffer under run error and enables high speed writing
•     USB BUS powered

 This Samsung product product is just slim and attractive. It is portable and easy to carry. It is available in different colors but mostly available in deep blue. The speed of this is 8x DVD+/-R Write for a single layer DVD and 6x for a duel layer DVD, which is good enough. It is fully USB powered, that means it does not need any external power source. Drawback of this model is it deals with old usb system which makes it slower than the others. The package of this includes the device, usb, software cd and the user manual.it comes with a warranty period of 1 year. As it is very slim and small in size it is easy to carry. The product is not very much costly. It can be given 3.5 stars out of 5 stars for its price and it also can be given 4 stars out of 5 stars for the feature of this device.  You can buy this product on Amazon or Newegg for about $65.

Review : Asus SDRW-08D1S-U External 8x DVD Super Multi-burner

SPECEFICATIONS

• USB 2.0 interface
• Writes DVD + /-R at 8x
• DVD + RW at 8x
• DVD-R at 6x
• DVD + /-R DL at 6x
• DVD-RAM at 5x
• CD-R/RW with up to 24x.

One of the Mind blowing products by Asus and a perfect companion for your netbook or PC. The product was introduced in the market by Asus in the year of 2009. Then it was a little more expensive but the current price of this device is $ 53.24 in black and white colors at Amazon. The product comes  in two colors, black and white. It works with faster USB 2.0. The writing speed of this is 8x. It comes with a USB Y cable which is 20-21 inches long. The ultra slim look of this is just awesome. It is lite which makes it easy to carry. The plug and play feature of this device makes it very much easy to use. It includes Cyberlink Power2go 6 software in the package. The software is also good. It takes almost 18-20 minutes to burn a disc which comparatively better speed than the other such devices. It is good value of money. I think buying this will be smart choice. It can be given 4 out of 5 stars for its price and it can be given 4.5 stars out of 5 stars for its performance.