System memory testing is a challenge

SEAN KALINICH FROM PlanetX64 posted a review of an unusual product from Nvidia, and we can definitely advise some improvements if the firm plans to market its JellyForce series of products. For starters, make sure your ForceJar survives Microsoft's strict WHQL testing or do not ship it at all. If your Monday has crappy weather, we feel that this is a light read to brighten up your day.

Chris Ramseyer from RealWorldBenchmarks posted a comparison article of DDR2 memory. This review has one thing we found problematic in our testing as well… if you're testing system memory, using an Intel testbed isn't recommended if you want to see higher bandwidth numbers. Intel single-channel 64-bit GTL+ FSB to Northbridge limits DDR2 performance in the very same way Athlon XP was locked with its single-channel 64-bit EV6 FSB. DualChannel memory simply cannot talk to the CPU fast enough.

BenchmarkReview tested a Crucial PC2-8500 CL5 Ballistix memory kit. As usual, the kit consists of two 1GB modules.

Samsung's 226BW came up for a review and analysis on BCCHardware. What makes this monitor interesting is the fact that is very affordable 22-inch monitor, but not all are created equal - thus caution is imperative when you're picking one. As I have previously stated, 22-inch monitors will probably end up as new 19incher, but some caution is necessary, even with Tier 1 brands.

OCC posted a review of full slate of Belkin N1 series of products. This includes Wireless Route, desktop (PCI), notebook (PCMCIA) and USB cards.

Techgage posted a review of Thermaltake Mozart VC4000, a HTPC Case with a twist. This is quite a popular product, and Rob is checking out why is this the case.

Phoronix posted a review of Nvidia GeForce 7050. As always, interesting to see how this product swims in a world of alternative operating systems.

Legit Reviews sticked to review of headphones, and this time lads tested Plantronics CS70N, based on ultra-popular wireless CS70 headset. If you're wondering why this CS70N will probably become even a bigger hit, combine its 100 metre range to integration of noise-cancelling microphone.

Dan's latest edition of his newsletter for technology enthusiasts looks at how computers evolved from 1991 and who disappointed the most. But that's just one of his topics.

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