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Budget Gaming PC Build, DIY iPhone Screen Fix, Build A Media Server, Buy The Right HDMI Cable

Thursday, January 21st, 2010 – running time 36:47
Veronica needs a new Gaming PC, but she doesn't want to bust the budget... we spec out the parts! Can Roku or the Boxee Box do anything an Xbox 360 can't? Pandora In Your Car Stereo: Alpine iDA-X305s, Patrick replaces his shattered iPhone 3G Screen, What do HDMI cable numbers mean?

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Welcome to Tekzilla... hands on reviews of the latest tech, and how to make the most out of the gear you already own! Veronica Belmont and Patrick Norton are your hosts.

HD Nation is your guide to the best in HD content, and the best in home theatre gear, no matter what your budget is!"

Pie Cake, $2 Emoticon, Alpine x0305s

People not getting your sarcastic remarks on Twitter or email? Maybe you should spend $2 for a SarcMark. Veronica, Roger and Serafina are obsessed with the ultimate combination of 'pies and cake' ...but Patrick thinks the Cherpumple is a horrible idea. On the tech side of things, Patrick's going with the Alpine iDA-X305 for his car stereo... controlling Pandora on the iPhone with the iDA-X305s sounds nifty, but it's a few months out.

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Veronica's Gaming PC! Can we build a powerhouse for less than $600?

Veronica needs a new Gaming PC, but she doesn't want to bust the budget, so she's hoping to spend $600 or less. Will it feature a Core i5 750 or a AMD Athlon II X4 620 inside? Watch the video to get the full parts list, including places to save money, and our pick on the perfect mid priced GPU under $200!

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Free Software: Prime95!

Technically, it's the end user client for a distributed compting project to find new Mersenne prime numbers, but Prime95 is also a great tool for PC system builders. In its tortue test mode Prime95 will put a 100% processing load on the CPU... that'll prove if the cooling system you installed on your CPU is doing a good job. DIY PC builders and overclockers have been using it for years to gauge their systems reliability. You should, too!

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DIY: Replace Your Shattered iPhone Screen!

Dropped your iPhone lately? Patrick has! Rather than spend hundreds on a 3Gs to replace his shattered iPhone 3G , he decided to test out iFixit's iPhone 3G Front Panel Kit. It's $60, and you'll definately want to follow along with iFixit's step by step Repair Manual, which they offer for iPods, iPhones and Macs! How hard is it? Watch the video to find out!

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Website We Can't Get Enough Of: Google Crisis Response

There are many different places online where you can donate money to support the people in need, like the earthquake victims in Haiti. If you're confused about where to give money, consider Google's Chrisis Response. The page gives you a way to donate to UNICEF and CARE through Google Checkout along with links to many other vetted charities, such as the Red Cross, Save the Children, Habitat for Humanity and the numbers and messages to send for charities that accept donations via text message. Google's doing even more, go check it out!

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Do the Version Numbers HDMI Cables Mean Anything?

Do the version numbers make a difference of the HDMI cables? Archie's looking to buy some HDMI cables, and he's wondering: 1.2, 1.3, 1.4 or something else? We explain HDMI testing, the numbers, and what you should be thinking about when you're looking for a good deal.

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Media Server Recommendation!

Brian's looking for NAS and Media Server that can do DLNA/UPnP... what do we like? Mediatomb, MythTV and TVersity come to mind! We should build one of these on the show!

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WoW Processor Recommendation

How much processor does World of Warcraft need? Is a Core i5 overkill? How about a Core i7? We've got answers!

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Should I buy a Boxee Box or a Roku or Stick With My Xbox 360?

Josh in Philly loves getting new hardware.... is there anything a Roku or the Boxee Box by D-Link can do that his Xbox 360 can't? The answer might surprise you... watch the video to find out!

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