Computer Shopper: Issue 249 out now!

 

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Posted on 17 Sep 2008 at 11:22

The latest issue of Computer Shopper is in stores now. We've tested 18 Intel and AMD motherboards from manufacturers including Abit, Asus and MSI; find out which one best suits your needs, to help you build your perfect PC.

We've also given our verdict on nine feature-packed PCs that you can get your hands on for just £500. The computers all come with dual-core processors, and at least 250GB hard disk and 2GB RAM, which means you needn't let the credit crunch force you to compromise on computing performance.

Don't miss out on our Labs review of nine inkjet MFPs, which start at just £36! We also take a look at 18 camera accessories from flashguns, tripods, camera bags, a full digital studio kit and even housing that lets you take pictures underwater.

In our 'What's New' section, we've taken a look at all the latest gadgets, components, software and PCs, so you can find out just how good the new products on the market are.

Everything from Acer's stunning-looking G7700 Predator PC, the Asus Eee Box B202 and Dell's Studio Hybrid have been scrutinised by our experts. As have the newest products including a new Brother printer and Sony projector, BT's Home hub, Sapphire's Radeon HD 4870 X2 and Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.

We also show you how to resurrect your old PC equipment, so that you can bring your age-old favourite equipment back to life. Take an in-depth look at professional gamers with a feature on competitive gaming; and be sure not to miss out on our Sci-Fi Predictions feature. See how fantasy portrayed on classic shows such as Star Trek and Red Dwarf, and films like Blade Runner, have inspired technology that has shaped the world we live in today.

We speak to a security boffin who went undercover to infiltrate the "Cyber Mafia", and provide expert advice on topics such as video stabilisation, improving your laptop battery life and building a low-power PC.

If all that wasn't enough to tempt you, we're offering award winning Kaspersky Internet Security on our cover disk, as well as a trial version of Disney Pixar's new Wall-E game.

Author: Team Shopper