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[OC3D] First look at Corsair 760T

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#1 ·


I really do not know how TTL gets away with this honestly but here is the 760T pre-NDA. At least this time he says Corsair gave him the ok to do an exclusive first look.

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#5 ·
Gorgeous case. If I were to buy a case now I would have a hard time deciding between this and the NZXT H440.
 
#7 ·
Now that is seriously a nice case, I love the big side window, but I still think I prefer the InWin 904 for sheer beauty, but I really cannot warrant spending that much on a case right now, already laid out £640 on my PC this year so far, and thats after going Haswell last June!!!
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#10 ·
To be fair, Tom is only posting this because the guys from NCIX already posted an unboxing and whatnot earlier this week.

There's starting to be a blurry line between what constitutes a full review and what constitutes an unboxing/first look.

Right now that line seems to be "did you install hardware into it" but I have to be honest, I'm not sure what the community prefers.

Obviously it's no good to anyone to get reviews weeks and weeks before the product is available on shelves, which is why embargo dates usually exist. To keep reviews closer to retail availability - otherwise no matter how cool a product it is, all it does is anger you that you can't get the thing yet. Like if they announced a mind-controlled phone with a holographic display for $99, but it was not going to be available until 2025 or something. Cool tech, but what's the point?

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
 
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Originally Posted by CorsairGeorge View Post

To be fair, Tom is only posting this because the guys from NCIX already posted an unboxing and whatnot earlier this week.

There's starting to be a blurry line between what constitutes a full review and what constitutes an unboxing/first look.

Right now that line seems to be "did you install hardware into it" but I have to be honest, I'm not sure what the community prefers.

Obviously it's no good to anyone to get reviews weeks and weeks before the product is available on shelves, which is why embargo dates usually exist. To keep reviews closer to retail availability - otherwise no matter how cool a product it is, all it does is anger you that you can't get the thing yet. Like if they announced a mind-controlled phone with a holographic display for $99, but it was not going to be available until 2025 or something. Cool tech, but what's the point?

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
I love early unboxings. Perhaps you should allow previews along with possible release dates?
 
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Originally Posted by CorsairGeorge View Post

To be fair, Tom is only posting this because the guys from NCIX already posted an unboxing and whatnot earlier this week.

There's starting to be a blurry line between what constitutes a full review and what constitutes an unboxing/first look.

Right now that line seems to be "did you install hardware into it" but I have to be honest, I'm not sure what the community prefers.

Obviously it's no good to anyone to get reviews weeks and weeks before the product is available on shelves, which is why embargo dates usually exist. To keep reviews closer to retail availability - otherwise no matter how cool a product it is, all it does is anger you that you can't get the thing yet. Like if they announced a mind-controlled phone with a holographic display for $99, but it was not going to be available until 2025 or something. Cool tech, but what's the point?

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
Let it ride man.
 
#16 ·
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Originally Posted by DADDYDC650 View Post

Beautiful case. Might have to buy one of these bad boys to replace my Level 10 GT.

Question, is this a mid or full tower?
full tower.
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Originally Posted by CorsairGeorge View Post

To be fair, Tom is only posting this because the guys from NCIX already posted an unboxing and whatnot earlier this week.

There's starting to be a blurry line between what constitutes a full review and what constitutes an unboxing/first look.

Right now that line seems to be "did you install hardware into it" but I have to be honest, I'm not sure what the community prefers.

Obviously it's no good to anyone to get reviews weeks and weeks before the product is available on shelves, which is why embargo dates usually exist. To keep reviews closer to retail availability - otherwise no matter how cool a product it is, all it does is anger you that you can't get the thing yet. Like if they announced a mind-controlled phone with a holographic display for $99, but it was not going to be available until 2025 or something. Cool tech, but what's the point?

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
I think it can't hurt to allow early previews. things get leaked early anyway, like that 450D slip on the website. as long as no official specs, price or release info are talked about in detail than it should satisfy Corsair and other interested parties right?
 
#17 ·
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Originally Posted by CorsairGeorge View Post

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
Early unboxings and detailed reviews are best, so consumer can decide if the upcoming product is as per his requirements or not. If not, he can go ahead and buy from the existing line of available hardware instead of waiting months for a review and then decide.
 
#18 ·
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Originally Posted by CorsairGeorge View Post

To be fair, Tom is only posting this because the guys from NCIX already posted an unboxing and whatnot earlier this week.

There's starting to be a blurry line between what constitutes a full review and what constitutes an unboxing/first look.

Right now that line seems to be "did you install hardware into it" but I have to be honest, I'm not sure what the community prefers.

Obviously it's no good to anyone to get reviews weeks and weeks before the product is available on shelves, which is why embargo dates usually exist. To keep reviews closer to retail availability - otherwise no matter how cool a product it is, all it does is anger you that you can't get the thing yet. Like if they announced a mind-controlled phone with a holographic display for $99, but it was not going to be available until 2025 or something. Cool tech, but what's the point?

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
I guess it depends on how far apart one thing from the other is. For instance, lets talk about the videogame industry (hardly related, I know): we get teasers, and announcements, announcements of announcements, downgrades and a lot of other stuff to create hype for the game. The gripe many users have (I know I do) is that the first teaser is so far apart from the final product that sometimes, the differences are so big you get hugely disappointed.

So, Is there anything wrong to showcase a product (a case) that is FINAL (not prototype), that you know (because its on its way to the resellers, or because the logistic process has started) for certain that will be on the shelves (week up or down) on the date specified? I think not. And I actually think it is good. Of course, it isn't to show something that might never do it to the market because you are playing with peoples minds and budgets.. but something that is about to be released? Sure, please do so.

It pisses me off to buy a product and see something released just immediately because I had no idea that it was going down.

PS: btw, you have to admit that the reviewer is pretty funny. "...and some blue usb's over here"
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#19 ·
Early unboxings/first looks are an outstanding idea but I wouldn't allow them earlier than 60 days from availability, enthusiasts love planning purchases far in advance as long as a solid availability date is set and mentioned at the same time so they can take note. It's the delays that move beyond that proposed/promised date that get people a bit annoyed and looking at other products, so it's a great idea as long as there aren't numerous delays in manufacturing, but how could you possibly predict the delays?

Tom wasn't going into details, but he didn't really have to say a word, we all know what we're looking for in a new chassis and the visuals alone are enough. But trying to get Good Tom to do anything in perfect silence, well good luck with that! Hahahaha
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Stay Cool George, I'll see you on the other side man.
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#21 ·
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Originally Posted by CorsairGeorge View Post

To be fair, Tom is only posting this because the guys from NCIX already posted an unboxing and whatnot earlier this week.

There's starting to be a blurry line between what constitutes a full review and what constitutes an unboxing/first look.

Right now that line seems to be "did you install hardware into it" but I have to be honest, I'm not sure what the community prefers.

Obviously it's no good to anyone to get reviews weeks and weeks before the product is available on shelves, which is why embargo dates usually exist. To keep reviews closer to retail availability - otherwise no matter how cool a product it is, all it does is anger you that you can't get the thing yet. Like if they announced a mind-controlled phone with a holographic display for $99, but it was not going to be available until 2025 or something. Cool tech, but what's the point?

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
Yes! Please allow them!

1. It makes me think "The manufacturer has enough trust and confidence in their product that they aren't angered or ashamed with it being shown earlier than they normally would want"
2. Given that a lot of people plan their builds in advance, it gives them something to look forward to!
3. It's great to get information earlier. It honestly makes me think that, in this case (pun intended), Corsair is not relying on a week-before-launch-hype train to maximize sales and that people will want the product because it is actually good.

Let it slide. Even if you don't start actively encouraging really early looks/reviews, don't take down videos that do for example. Even if it's just a nibble - it's always nice!
 
#23 ·
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Originally Posted by CorsairGeorge View Post

To be fair, Tom is only posting this because the guys from NCIX already posted an unboxing and whatnot earlier this week.

There's starting to be a blurry line between what constitutes a full review and what constitutes an unboxing/first look.

Right now that line seems to be "did you install hardware into it" but I have to be honest, I'm not sure what the community prefers.

Obviously it's no good to anyone to get reviews weeks and weeks before the product is available on shelves, which is why embargo dates usually exist. To keep reviews closer to retail availability - otherwise no matter how cool a product it is, all it does is anger you that you can't get the thing yet. Like if they announced a mind-controlled phone with a holographic display for $99, but it was not going to be available until 2025 or something. Cool tech, but what's the point?

What do you guys think: should we allow early unboxings before embargo dates? Or should we put a hard limit on the embargo dates for all first looks/unboxings/in-depth reviews so everyone's held to that same standard?
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Originally Posted by PureBlackFire View Post

full tower.
I think it can't hurt to allow early previews. things get leaked early anyway, like that 450D slip on the website. as long as no official specs, price or release info are talked about in detail than it should satisfy Corsair and other interested parties right?
If the the unboxing/review goes up weeks, 1 or 2 months before the product is available, I don't see any harm in that. It only gets your product showcased even sooner and there are more eyes on its capabilities. I remember seeing a few unboxings of the 250D went those went up and I was chomping at the bit for when full reviews would go up. It helps build up the hype to the eventual launch of the product. It gets people talking.

I also really love the videos by Jeff at Corsair, they can at times be funny but also informative too. Just like having him trip over the C70 due to its size. I think this is one big area where you guys excel vs. other PC component manufacturers. Your marketing folks showing off your products with videos just adds to having some hands-on information to the end user. I know Corsair at times gets a bad rap from some, like one guy in the PSU thread (which I will leave nameless), but you guys deliver.
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BTW, when are those short braided cable kits coming from Corsair?
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