Recent content by JMTech

VirtualDub + DeShaker This is a tutorial on how to eliminate shakiness in videos. The programs and files used are VirtualDub, ffdshow, and DeShaker v2.4 Image Stabilizer. Download links: All programs are free! Virtualdub http://virtualdub.sourceforge.net/ FFDShow...

Upgrade on the config what you cannot change later, i.e. CPU, screen resolution, or graphics. But since the graphics is already the best in this size, just the first two. If you really want to save money but has to have these upgraded parts, then do not upgrade the parts that you can swap out...

Yes I forgot about custom built laptops. Other sources are iBuyPower and CyberPowerPC. They also use the Sager chassis, but go check if they offer the GPU in that size as well. Since we're bringing up the hardcore companies, look at Alienware's lineup as well, but it's pretty much out of your...

512MB at least, 1GB preferred. The listed GPUs will give you the performance you seek. Nvidia Geforce line up: (DirectX 10) GTS360M - High End - This is the best out of the 300 series. High-end capabilities, lower power consumption, less heat output. GTX260M - High End - This is better than the...

Hey Max, What is your laptop budget because I have a lot of suggestions, but the criteria needs to be precise.

I can think of two notebooks that matches your criteria perfectly. The first is the MSI GX640-098US at http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834152191 Intel Core i5 430M, 2.26GHz Turboboost to 2.53Ghz (Dual core + HyperThreading) 15.4" Wide SXGA+, 1680 x 1050res ATI Mobility...

Hi, I reviewed two notebook coolers that you should look into. It's posted here in the forums, but here's the direct link: http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/59860-35-notebook-cooler-video-reviews-zalman-cooler-master

I'd like to share with you folks these video reviews on two cost-friendly and effective notebook coolers. I received these on two different dates so the tests are not similar. Note to Moderators: Administrator has allowed me to post Youtube videos. Zalman ZM-NC1500 Ultra Quiet Notebook Cooler...

Specs: Intel Core i5 430m, ATI Radeon HD 5650, 4GB 1066mhz DDR3 Ram, 500GB 5400RPM Hard Drive, HDMI, 4 x USB2.0, 8X Super Multi DVD, Coffee Brown Color I personally reviewed and benchmarked this laptop. In short, this is a powerful budget gaming laptop. Watch the videos in 720P...

ASUS N61JV-X2 Laptop Review This is a written review on this versatile entertainment laptop. This laptop features NVidia's Optimus Technology, a battery saving feature. See what the fuss is about in the notebook community. Equipped with a Core i5 430m processor, Automatic GPU switches between...