Wil Harris

Mesh Xtreme FX-60

One of the oldest PC makers in the UK, Mesh has configured a top-end gaming system that includes a widescreen monitor and NVIDIA SLI. Can it stand up to the rigourous performance testing of the bit-tech team? We delve in to find out.

March 3, 2006 | 18:08

Going to college in Indiana? Not without a laptop!

Indiana State University is implementing a campus-wide rollout of Lenovo IBM ThinkPads, saying they'll give students more opportunities to learn.

March 2, 2006 | 08:59

Blu-Ray is coming - May 23

As Sony announces its intentions, Toshiba also suggests that it will release HD-DVD sooner than anticipated, at the end of March.

March 2, 2006 | 08:43

Vista is a cracker's dream

The three consumer versions of Windows Vista will all ship on the same CD, allowing users to upgrade on the fly.

March 1, 2006 | 17:19

ATI launches RD580, chats to bit-tech

As the Canadian graphics guys launches its new mainboard chipset into the market, chaps from the chipset arm of the firm talk to us about the design of the platform and its future direction.

March 1, 2006 | 14:01

MSI's new Ares card clocks up

MSI is launching a 6600 card that clocks like a beast. How will it rank up next to the legions over overclocked 6600GT cards out there? We have a ponder.

March 1, 2006 | 11:06

Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter

The latest in the series of tactical FPS games, Ghost Recon: Advanced Fighter is coming to Xbox 360 and PC in March. With proven gameplay and next-generation graphics, this is one to look out for.

February 28, 2006 | 11:08

Dead or Alive film trailer, pics

You've played the game on the Xbox. You've secretly played Beach Volleyball. Now prepare to head to the cinema for the next installment in the Dead or Alive series, starring Holly Vallance and Jaime Pressley.

February 28, 2006 | 10:01

Ubisoft demos new Ghost Recon

Step 1: Bring in Frag Dolls. Step 2: Hire paintball centre. Step 3: Add preview Ghost Recon code. Sprinkle lightly with journalists, chill for 2 hours.

February 28, 2006 | 09:07

Quakecon to switch venue for 2006

id Software's CEO, Todd Hollenshead, has suggested that the Gaylord resort in Texas has hosted its last QuakeCon.

February 27, 2006 | 16:56

PSP version 2?

Speculation suggests that Sony is readying an updated version of its portable gaming console. Will a video camera and more memory convince you to upgrade, or take the plunge for the first time?

February 27, 2006 | 16:39

A conversation with Cory Doctorow

Cory Doctorow is a well known copyright activist, blogger and Sci-Fi writer. He takes time out from his busy schedule fighting the evils of DRM and spends some time chatting with us about his views and his goals.

February 27, 2006 | 12:37

Google will launch social bookmark service

According to one of our favourite gossip blogs, Google is planning on rolling out a service that will compete with Del.icio.us.

February 24, 2006 | 18:26

Asus goes hell for leather

It's also looking pretty in pink. The laptop maker has a range of new notebooks including a leather bound widescreen machine and a powerful Lamborghini laptop too.

February 23, 2006 | 09:22

MY FNGRS R DED PLS HLP

We're causing ourselves more and more long-term damage by texting until our fingers drop off, a new survey shows.

February 22, 2006 | 12:40

Half Life 2 - Episode 2 is in development

Valve are almost ready with Aftermath, the first expansion to Half Life 2. Apparently, the second is already underway.

February 21, 2006 | 15:03

Cool Nintendo DS mod

Something a little different for a Tuesday morning? Why not take Nintendo's latest console, then dress it up as one of its oldest ones? A simple, if nifty mod.

February 21, 2006 | 11:50

Ricky Gervais takes podcasting paid-for

The Ricky Gervais Show, the most popular podcast on iTunes, is to end its free-to-air run - and charge a monthly fee for the download.

February 20, 2006 | 21:03

Lego Star Wars 2 screens!

The sequel to the awesomely fun Lego hit of last year is coming. Lego Original Trilogy? Yes please.

February 20, 2006 | 16:21

Vista versions officially announced

Microsoft appears to have confirmed the different versions of Windows Vista - and there's quite a few of them. We have the lowdown.

February 20, 2006 | 14:14

Sony shenanigans

Sony has got a few problems - its PS3 console is looking like it's going to be late, and expensive to boot. Not only that, the guy in charge of the rootkit debacle has been given the boot.

February 20, 2006 | 11:26

Digital Hot Rods: book review

Ben Hardwidge, a name well known in the UK modding scene, has penned a new guide to the world of modding and overclocking. It's glossy and informative: but can it stand up to the gaze of the hardcore enthusiast? We curl up by the fire with a cup of tea to find out.

February 20, 2006 | 10:20

Things I hate this week

Real life Tomb Raider models. Honestly, who's idea was that? Graphics cards in the year of HD-DVD with no HDCP support. Come on! Sony and its PlayStation 2. Why must they release such darned good games on such an appalling platform?

February 19, 2006 | 19:16