cosmos | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net KitGuru.net - Tech News | Hardware News | Hardware Reviews | IOS | Mobile | Gaming | Graphics Cards Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:04:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://www.kitguru.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/cropped-KITGURU-Light-Background-SQUARE2-32x32.png cosmos | KitGuru https://www.kitguru.net 32 32 HTC launching three new Vive VR headsets https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/htc-launching-three-new-vive-vr-headsets/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/htc-launching-three-new-vive-vr-headsets/#respond Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:04:25 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=452966 Towards the end of last year, HTC released the VIVE Cosmos, a wireless, standalone VR headset to compete with the Oculus Quest. Now for 2020, HTC is rolling out three more headsets, including the higher end Cosmos Elite, a cheaper version of the standard Vive Cosmos and an all new Cosmos XR.  The Cosmos Elite …

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Towards the end of last year, HTC released the VIVE Cosmos, a wireless, standalone VR headset to compete with the Oculus Quest. Now for 2020, HTC is rolling out three more headsets, including the higher end Cosmos Elite, a cheaper version of the standard Vive Cosmos and an all new Cosmos XR. 

The Cosmos Elite comes with Steam VR tracking stations, so you can use it to replace the original HTC VIVE completely. It also comes with the HTC external tracking plate pre-installed, which is a £200 upgrade over the original Cosmos headset. Aside from the addition of Steam VR tracking, the headset remains the same, so you won't be getting much in the way of visual or audio upgrades.

The external tracking plate will also be sold as a standalone product, so if you buy the entry-level Cosmos, you can get the tracking upgrade later on.

With the Cosmos Elite being the new flagship, a new version of the standard Vive Cosmos is now the entry-level headset. Like the Rift S, it uses ‘inside out' tracking via six cameras on the headset itself. You still get the same screen as the Elite, so if you can live with lower-end tracking but high-end visuals, then this is the headset to grab. You can always upgrade to the full high-end experience later on by picking up the external tracking plate add-on.

The HTC Vive Cosmos XR does things a bit differently by adding additional cameras to support Augmented Reality content in addition to VR. The extra two tracking cameras allow for a 100-degree field of view in AR. HTC's first demonstration of this technology comes in the form of VIVE SYNC, software that allows you to bring virtual items into your real-world surroundings. This headset is primarily geared towards developers though, similarly to Microsoft's Hololens.

The HTC VIVE Cosmos Elite is going to cost $899 in the US, which should roughly translate to £750 here in the UK. The standard VIVE Cosmos will be $699, or roughly £650 in the UK. We currently don't have pricing information on the XR edition but we'll update when those details come through.

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KitGuru Says: Steam VR tracking does seem like a significant upgrade, although I'm not sure many will want to spend an extra £200 for it. What do you all think of the VIVE Cosmos lineup? Is this something you would consider over something from Oculus or Valve? 

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Original VIVE Wireless Adaptor works with Cosmos but you will need to buy a new battery https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/original-vive-wireless-adaptor-works-with-cosmos-but-you-will-need-to-buy-a-new-battery/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/original-vive-wireless-adaptor-works-with-cosmos-but-you-will-need-to-buy-a-new-battery/#respond Thu, 03 Oct 2019 09:09:46 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=428364 The HTC VIVE Cosmos is set to launch very soon to take on the Oculus Rift S as an inside-out tracking based alternative to first-gen VR headsets. If you are an original VIVE owner equipped with the official wireless adaptor and looking to upgrade, then it should work with the new headset. However, the caveat …

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The HTC VIVE Cosmos is set to launch very soon to take on the Oculus Rift S as an inside-out tracking based alternative to first-gen VR headsets. If you are an original VIVE owner equipped with the official wireless adaptor and looking to upgrade, then it should work with the new headset. However, the caveat is that you will need to shell out a bit extra for a new ‘compatibility kit' with a new battery.

In a new blog post, HTC confirmed that it is working on wireless support for the Cosmos, with plans to have it all in place shortly after the headset ships. However, the original VIVE wireless adaptor came with a less powerful battery bank and since the Cosmos handles all of the tracking on the headset itself, it requires a better battery to function properly.

In order to get the wireless adaptor working, you will need to buy the $50 Cosmos Compatibility kit, which contains a new 21W power bank, a new connection cable to hook it up to the Cosmos and a new pad to attach to the head strap.

Eventually, HTC says it will update the £299.99 Vive Wireless Adaptor to contain Cosmos compatible gear out of the box. There isn’t a specific date listed for this change though, so if you are planning on buying a Cosmos and the wireless adaptor on day one, it might not come with the updated components.

KitGuru Says: There doesn’t seem to be a ton of positive sentiment around the VIVE Cosmos at the moment, although on paper, I do think it looks quite good. What do you all think of the Cosmos? Are any of you thinking about upgrading?

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Original HTC VIVE to be discontinued after Cosmos launch https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/original-htc-vive-to-be-discontinued-after-cosmos-launch/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/original-htc-vive-to-be-discontinued-after-cosmos-launch/#respond Thu, 19 Sep 2019 09:47:47 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=426365 Just over three years ago, consumers were finally able to get their hands on the first PC virtual reality headsets. The HTC VIVE launched first, with HTC partnering with Valve for room-scale tracking and SteamVR support. Now as we approach the launch of the HTC VIVE Cosmos, it looks like the original VIVE will be …

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Just over three years ago, consumers were finally able to get their hands on the first PC virtual reality headsets. The HTC VIVE launched first, with HTC partnering with Valve for room-scale tracking and SteamVR support. Now as we approach the launch of the HTC VIVE Cosmos, it looks like the original VIVE will be phased out.

The HTC VIVE began its life as a direct competitor to the Oculus Rift with a number of advantages, including motion controls and room-scale tracking from day-one. In October, the first-gen headset will be replaced by the VIVE Cosmos, with a higher resolution display, a new design with a more comfortable headband, new controllers and inside-out tracking, removing the need for external sensors.

As reported by UploadVR, HTC does plan to continue making and selling the Vive Pro and the company intends to continue using SteamVR tracking in the future. As proof, the Vive Cosmos will have an optional adaptor available, allowing it to pair with SteamVR base stations for traditional outside-in tracking.

One of the big downsides here is that the costs for a PC-based Vive headset will rise again. The HTC Vive has been out for long enough that decent discounts and sales can be found quite regularly. When the original Vive leaves the market, the Cosmos will be the cheapest option in HTC’s line-up at £699, while the Vive Pro will continue to be the more expensive option.

KitGuru Says: The HTC Vive Cosmos does seem like a nice upgrade, but it will be sad to see the original Vive phased out, particularly when lowering costs could have invited more PC gamers to jump into the VR ecosystem. At any rate, it will be interesting to see how the Cosmos fares at launch and how the new display, optics and tracking hold up against the original headset.

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HTC Vive Cosmos arrives in October with higher resolution screen and inside-out tracking https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/james-dawson/htc-vive-cosmos-arrives-in-october-with-higher-resolution-screen-and-inside-out-tracking/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/james-dawson/htc-vive-cosmos-arrives-in-october-with-higher-resolution-screen-and-inside-out-tracking/#respond Tue, 17 Sep 2019 15:56:55 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=426094 It has been a while since HTC first announced the VIVE Cosmos but we are finally on the way to an early October launch. The VIVE Cosmos will be more expensive than the Oculus Rift S but it will also offer up an impressive spec bump. The new HTC VIVE Cosmos features six camera sensors …

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It has been a while since HTC first announced the VIVE Cosmos but we are finally on the way to an early October launch. The VIVE Cosmos will be more expensive than the Oculus Rift S but it will also offer up an impressive spec bump.

The new HTC VIVE Cosmos features six camera sensors on the headset for inside-out tracking- meaning you don't need to rely on external base stations. The display is one of the key selling points, with an 88% increase in resolution over the original VIVE. The LCD panel runs at 2880×1700 resolution, making it a tad better than even the VIVE Pro's display, all while maintaining the standard 90Hz refresh rate.

There are a number of cosmetic changes in place too. The headband is similar to the one found on the PlayStation VR, with built-in headphones and a ratchet system to adjust the headset to your face. The headband also has a hinge attaching it to the headset, allowing you to flip the HMD up and away from your face if you briefly need to return to the real world.

The Cosmos has a somewhat modular design- not too dissimilar to the Valve Index with a removable faceplate housing a USB port for third-party attachments. However, the Cosmos sports a Type-C port where the Index uses Type-A. Modders are already putting this USB port to good use though, with the first add-on set to allow external tracking via the Lighthouse base stations. HTC has also made the Cosmos compatible with its own VR wireless adaptor, so you can experience untethered freedom of movement.

The HTC VIVE Cosmos is already up for pre-order, with the launch price sitting at £699 and a shipping date set for the 3rd of October. Those who do pre-order will also get a code for 12 months of VIVEPORT Infinity, which gives you instant access to a library of games and experiences.

KitGuru says: With new Virtual Reality headsets coming thick and fast from the likes of HTC, Valve and Oculus, is the time right to be investing in VR now, or does the technology still need improvements? We are interested to hear your thoughts.

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HTC VIVE Cosmos will have 88 percent higher resolution compared to VIVE and better lenses https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/htc-vive-cosmos-will-have-88-percent-higher-resolution-compared-to-vive-and-better-lenses/ https://www.kitguru.net/tech-news/featured-tech-news/matthew-wilson/htc-vive-cosmos-will-have-88-percent-higher-resolution-compared-to-vive-and-better-lenses/#respond Fri, 28 Jun 2019 11:00:04 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=416732 While we have known about the VIVE Cosmos headset for quite some time now, HTC has been quiet on official details. That is now starting to change as we are approaching the Q3 release window. HTC's next Oculus Rift competitor promises to be a big upgrade over the original VIVE, and a small upgrade over …

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While we have known about the VIVE Cosmos headset for quite some time now, HTC has been quiet on official details. That is now starting to change as we are approaching the Q3 release window. HTC's next Oculus Rift competitor promises to be a big upgrade over the original VIVE, and a small upgrade over the VIVE Pro.

The HTC VIVE Cosmos will be the company's first headset to not use SteamVR tracking. Instead, the Cosmos will use an ‘inside out' tracking system with no base stations required, similarly to the Oculus Quest and Oculus Rift S. Compared to the original VIVE, it will also have a major increase in display resolution, jumping from 1080×1200 per eye all the way up to 1440×1700 per eye, which is roughly an 88 percent increase.

HTC hasn't said exactly what lenses it is using for the Cosmos but promises 40 percent better lens clarity. The display being used here is also an RGB panel, which is significant as these displays carry more subpixels, which will further improve visuals. Valve took a similar direction to this with the displays used on the Valve Index headset.

The VIVE Cosmos will also keep the 90Hz refresh rate, which has been the standard since the Oculus Rift and HTC VIVE first came to market. Although some headsets are starting to shoot for different targets now, with the Oculus Rift S offering a 80Hz refresh rate and the Valve Index jumping up to 120Hz (or 144Hz overclocked).

KitGuru Says: We are still waiting on final release date and pricing information for the VIVE Cosmos but so far, it is shaping up to be a very competitive headset. While the Valve Index is likely going to set the bar for overall quality, HTC's jump to inside-out tracking provides a more convenient set up process, which will be appealing to a good number of gamers looking to get into VR. 

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Cooler Master launches COSMOS C700M https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/matthew-wilson/cooler-master-launches-cosmos-c700m/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/matthew-wilson/cooler-master-launches-cosmos-c700m/#respond Tue, 02 Oct 2018 13:09:50 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=389205 Cooler Master's famed COSMOS lineup is getting a new addition this week. Today, Cooler Master launches the brand new COSMOS C700M, a new flagship case with the aim of taking new tech, design elements and features all fused together to raise the bar. The COSMOS range has been around since 2007. The last case we …

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Cooler Master's famed COSMOS lineup is getting a new addition this week. Today, Cooler Master launches the brand new COSMOS C700M, a new flagship case with the aim of taking new tech, design elements and features all fused together to raise the bar.

The COSMOS range has been around since 2007. The last case we saw in this range was the C700P back in 2017. This year's C700M has been tasked with challenging the stereotypical layout of PC cases, with plenty of options in place to re-arrange your hardware as you see fit. The C700M comes with two key internal features- the side that faces the panel and the midplate that sits on top. Both pieces serve a different function, the PSU shroud is admittedly there for aesthetic presentation but the top midplate focuses on functionality by providing multiple mounting options. If the midplate is taken out, then the PSU shroud can be used as a cover for the front, top, rear or bottom of the case. If you keep the midplate above the PSU shroud, then it can be used to mount SSDs and a reservoir for a custom water loop.

You can see the case in our gallery below. Do note that if the images don't appear correctly, then you may need to disable AdBlock. This has been known to interfere with our image tools.

The COSMOS C700M's cable covers also serve multiple purposes, aside from hiding cables, they can also be used to mount a reservoir or SSD. This expansion in functionality and modularity means that PC builders can try out completely new layouts when putting together a custom system. Modders in particular will be able to create some really unique builds. The screws that mount trays, covers, shrouds and GPUs are all the same size and thread type too, which takes some of the headache out.

Here is the full feature list from Cooler Master:

•Highly Versatile Layout – The unique frame design supports a conventional, chimney, inverse layout, or a fully customized layout. The motherboard tray is also removable for installation outside of the chassis.

•Graphics Card Mounting with Riser Cable – The graphics card bracket can be mounted vertically or horizontally on either the PSU midplate or on the M. Port. The bracket can also be rotated from 0 to 90 degrees. Also included is a 400mm riser cable for the convenience of being able to connect a vertically mounted graphics card to the motherboard.

•ARGB Lighting – Two parallel strips of addressable RGB lighting run continuously from the top panel to the front panel, with ambient ARGB lighting on the bottom that reflects against the aluminum bars.

•Extensive Cable Cover System – The 3 included covers can be placed on either the M. Port or on the mid-plate, with the ability to mount SSD storage or a reservoir.

•Versatile Liquid Cooling Support – A flat radiator bracket design offers more versatility for liquid cooling with the ability to be mounted on the top, front, or bottom of the frame. The two included brackets can each support a 420mm radiator, with the ability to mount fans and a radiator on either side of the bracket.

•Aluminum Panels & Handles – Brushed aluminum spans the top panel and front panel, with cast aluminum handles (and feet) that provide protection & support for carrying the case.

•Curved Tempered Glass Side Panel – A panoramic tempered glass side panel, with two curved edges, offer a wide view of the system build. Lighter in comparison to the COSMOS C700P, this panel is also backwards compatible.

•Rich Connectivity – The advanced I/O panel comes with a 4-Pole headset jack (audio+mic), a standard 3-Pole mic jack, USB 3.1 (Gen 2) Type-C port, four additional USB 3.0 ports, PWM fan speed button, and an addressable RGB control button.

The Cooler Master COSMOS C700M will be exclusively available through PC Specialist through until the end of the year. Other retailers will then start getting their hands on it in January. MSRP is £414.99.

KitGuru Says: I've always liked the COSMOS series and this one appears to be the most customisable one yet. Are any of you planning on grabbing a big new case like this one?

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Cooler Master Cosmos C700P – the 22kg MONSTER! https://www.kitguru.net/components/leo-waldock/cooler-master-cosmos-c700p-the-22kg-monster/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/leo-waldock/cooler-master-cosmos-c700p-the-22kg-monster/#comments Thu, 28 Sep 2017 13:04:10 +0000 https://www.kitguru.net/?p=348018 Cooler Master Cosmos has an epic legacy that stretches back 25 years so it pleases us hugely to see the Cosmos C700P uses aluminium rails top and bottom that instantly remind us of the original design classic. Naturally enough Cooler Master has brought the design screeching up to date with a tempered glass panel and …

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Cooler Master Cosmos has an epic legacy that stretches back 25 years so it pleases us hugely to see the Cosmos C700P uses aluminium rails top and bottom that instantly remind us of the original design classic.

Naturally enough Cooler Master has brought the design screeching up to date with a tempered glass panel and a bunch of RGB lighting features. No high end case is complete without glass and RGB in 2017 however that is only the beginning of Cooler Master’s ambitions. There are two main thoughts behind the design of the Cosmos C700P that cause a certain amount of conflict. On the one hand it has interior panels that cover the drives and cables to keep the build immaculate and to focus your eyes on the motherboard, CPU, RAM and graphics. Balanced against that you can flip the interior over to enhance the cooling so your motherboard is mounted on the left side of the case and the GPU ends up above the CPU.

Specification:

Motherboard support: E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX.
Expansion slots: 8.
Included fans: 2x 140mm front intake, 1x 140mm rear exhaust.
Fan mounts: 3x 120mm/140mm front, 3x 120/140mm roof, 1x 120/140mm rear, 2x 120/140mm bottom.
120mm radiator mounts: 120mm/240mm/360mm front, 120mm/240mm/360mm roof, 120mm rear, 120mm/240mm bottom.
140mm radiator mounts: 140mm/280mm/420mm front, 140mm/280mm roof, 140mm rear, 140mm bottom.
5.25″ drive bays: 1
Internal drive bays: 2x 3.5”/2.5”, 2×2.5″.
Dimensions: 651mm H x 639mm D x 306mm W.

In our video we show the process of flipping the motherboard to the opposite side of the chassis, much like the be quiet! Dark Base 900. The fundamental difference is that you can use the be quiet! motherboard tray to build your system outside the chassis whereas the C700P doesn’t work that way so it is purely a way of inverting the cooling system. As you will see in our video the flipped graphics card looks peculiar the wrong way up and every component ends up in an unfamiliar location. Cosmetically the system would be improved by a custom cooling loop as that would help the graphics card and also although precisely the correct lengths for coolant hoses.

You will note the Cooler Master logo on the power supply cover is inverted.

The basic mechanics of the flipping process were straightforward however the use guide is of minimal help. When we installed parts in their new locations it was clear the chassis had flexed slightly despite its apparent strength as a result some of the interior panels didn’t neatly fit in place.

Our single biggest gripe with this process is that the control unit for the fans and RGB lights could not simply be installed behind the motherboard tray as the lower RGB cable would not reach neatly. We instead moved the unit to an SSD drive bay. As a secondary gripe the screws for the PCI Express blanking plates were completely obscured and we were forced to use a very long screwdriver to install the graphics card.

There is another option for cooling where you rotate the motherboard 90 degrees to use what Cooler Master describes as the Chimney Effect. With the I/O panel in the roof of the case you are obliged to use an optional accessory to blank off the rear of the case. This panel will to cost 10 Euros and to be available in a couple of weeks. After our flipping experience we consider it unwise to offer an opinion on the Chimney Effect until we have tried the case in that configuration.

Testing
To put this case through its cooling paces we will be using a test system consisting of an AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X CPU and GTX 1080 Ti graphics card with an SSD. This system allows us to produce a substantial amount of heat and effectively test the Cooler Master Cosmos C700P‘s cooling capabilities.

For stress testing we use AIDA64 to stress our CPU and GPU to create the maximum amount of load our system is ever likely to see.

Test System:
Processor: 3.4GHz-4.0GHz AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
Motherboard: ASRock X399 Tachi
CPU cooler: Fractal Design Celsius S24
Memory: G.Skill FlareX DDR4-3200MHz
Graphics card: EVGA GTX 1080 Ti 11GB
Power supply: Cooler Master MasterWatt Maker1200W
Storage drives: SanDisk Extreme SSD
OS: Windows 10.

Cooling Performance.


We were impressed by the cooling performance of Cosmos C700P as it effectively worked like an open test best. The size of the case, combined with the open structure and massive amount of airflow was exemplary.

Acoustics performance.
We only had three fans in the case; the two Fractal Design 120mm fans that come with the Celsius S24 and the stock Cooler Master 140mm fan yet the system was fairly noisy under load. The front cover appears to baffle air flow and noise at the front mesh panel however the top panel is effectively open to the elements and the side panels have no sound deadening material. The smart move here is to use an extensive liquid cooling system that allows you to run the fans low and slow.

Closing Thoughts.

We had high hopes for the Cooler Master Cosmos C700P however we ended up with a slight sense of disappointment. We have little doubt you can use this case as a super duper version of MasterCase 5 and would be very pleased with the finished result and that fabulous curved glass main panel. When you stand a short distance from the Cosmos C700P there is no denying it looks impressive. The obvious problem is that you pay a high price for that privilege.

We ran into problems when we decided to use the case in its more interesting mode with the motherboard flipped to the other side of the case. Removing the hardware was complicated by the cabling for the lighting, fans and I/O panel and it seemed the user guide was written without any reference to cabling and the fiddly details that are part of a PC build.

Re-installing the components in their new locations was not straightforward and generally seemed like more trouble than you might expect. In the main we were happy but strongly recommend you use this case with a custom loop cooling system. Also, as general advice, anytime you feel the need to perform maintenance inside your PC or perhaps make a change to the system you might want to give some thought to those inner covers. Yes, they shroud the drives, cables, power supply and cooling system, however that also means you will be obliged to remove the covers to gain access to any of those components.

Pricing is set to around the £250 mark in the United Kingdom.

Pros:

  • Impressive curved glass panel.
  • Integrated RGB lighting.
  • Option to flip the motherboard tray to the opposite side.
  • Very good cooling.

Cons:

  • Flipping the motherboard complicates your build.
  • If you run your fans fast this case gets noisy.
  • Expensive.
  • Design is let down by small but important details.

KitGuru says: Cosmos 700P looks superb but is far from perfect.

 

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Carl Sagan’s Cosmos to be rebooted in mid March https://www.kitguru.net/channel/jon-martindale/carl-sagans-cosmos-to-be-rebooted-in-mid-march/ https://www.kitguru.net/channel/jon-martindale/carl-sagans-cosmos-to-be-rebooted-in-mid-march/#respond Mon, 03 Mar 2014 09:11:39 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=180009 There's a lot of web based and TV based scientists these days, whether it's Michio Kaku, Brian Cox, Bill Nye or others, but none of them ever did it quite like Carl Sagan, who's Cosmos series some thirty years on from its release, still holds up in many ways – even if it is a …

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There's a lot of web based and TV based scientists these days, whether it's Michio Kaku, Brian Cox, Bill Nye or others, but none of them ever did it quite like Carl Sagan, who's Cosmos series some thirty years on from its release, still holds up in many ways – even if it is a little outdated. It was his joy of science and discovery, that was so palpable, and it made you want to learn about some of the deepest topics he was discussing. In an effort to bring that kind of wonder back to the world of scientific programming, Neil Degrasse Tyson and Sagan's widow and co-writer of the original series, Ann Druyan, are rebooting Cosmos for a new generation and it's starting in just two weeks time.

Speaking about the new series' development with Wired, both Tyson and Druyan said they wanted to revive a feeling of excitement in people about science and bring them back to a place where they not only used technology in their everyday lives, but respect its abilities and even have a measure of understanding for how it works.

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Tyson has been known in the past for his own science shows, as well as his outspoken defence of scientific endeavour

“I know it's true in the US that there's a very profound disconnect between all of us who are completely dependent on science and high technology every minute of the day,” said Druyan, who went on to suggest that despite this reliance, many don't allow the other aspects of science and technology into their lives. ” So we have this compartmentalised idea of science, which doesn't seem to interact with our will and Cosmos is about tearing down that wall.”

Part of the message off the new series, will be to champion scientific knowledge and make it so that being learned in it isn't embarrassing. “I'd like to think in the future there'd be less tolerance for people chuckling in the corner about how low their grades were in math and science, that whether or not they got high or low grades, they would not chuckle about it,” said Tyson. “I want these people to feel like maybe they should make up for that fact, by learning more science, because science is all around us.”

They both believe the timing is right for the reboot though, as to them, it feels like the period of “lethargy,” surrounding science and scientific endeavour is curving back the other way. “I see many different points on the curve indicating that that period is coming to an end for a while and we're very lucky to be doing this at this moment when the hunger for this kind of material is, I believe, at an all time recent high,” concluded Druyan.

The first episode of the new series, titled: Cosmos: A Space-Time Odyssey, will air on Sky 1 on Sunday 16th March at 7PM. After that though, all episodes will be on National Geographic.

KitGuru: The original Cosmos was and still is, a great watch. Here's hoping they can do Mr Sagan justice with the reimagining.

As a side note, if you're in a soppy mood, the story of Druyan and Sagan's falling in love is extremely cute. And scientific!

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Cosmos SE finally ready to land https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/peter/cosmos-se-finally-ready-to-land/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/peter/cosmos-se-finally-ready-to-land/#respond Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:15:37 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=138203 Anyone who's owned one of Cooler Master's awesome Cosmos chassis will, at some point, have wondered why they didn't make a smaller one. One that would fit easily into any space. Well, with the launch of the Cosmos SE, that wait is over. We're happy. If a chassis won't take an E-ATX mainboard, how many …

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Anyone who's owned one of Cooler Master's awesome Cosmos chassis will, at some point, have wondered why they didn't make a smaller one. One that would fit easily into any space. Well, with the launch of the Cosmos SE, that wait is over. We're happy.

If a chassis won't take an E-ATX mainboard, how many people will that really affect?   We guess a very small part of the population.

The new Cosmos SE is an updated and smaller version of KitGuru's ‘Chassis of the Year 2012'.

It has a polymer appearance, with a mesh front bezel, steel case body and aluminium struts.

The case caters for ATX, micro-ATX and Mini-ITX motherboards (can you just imagine the loneliness of a Mini-ITX board in this chassis!).

There are three 5.25″ bays on the front panel, and 8x 3.5″ bays – alongside 15 slots for SSD drives. OK, so this is ‘small' in the way that the Tardis is small.

We managed to chat with Cooler Master's expert in these areas, Raymon Wu. He told us, “It can support 360mm radiator on the front, a 240/280mm radiator on the top and a 120mm radiator on the rear for those water cooling enthusiasts. The maximum graphics card length is limited to 390mm, and the clearance for CPU cooler is 165mm”.

We're not sure that you can describe 390mm as a limitation for graphic cards in the general sense – it's enough to handle a Titan with many centimeters to spare.

Asked about the clever airflow design that is a fundamental part of the chassis layout, Ray told us, “We focus on cooling so the our customers don't have to”.

Nice.

We love the way that Cooler Master has combined elegance with a sinister edge – like looking into the eyes of a gorgeously dangerous woman – especially with the deep red tones that permeate the shadows within.

It's easy to be proud when your company just delivered something like this.
It's easy to be proud when your company just delivered something like this.

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KitGuru says: Can't wait for these to arrive in a couple of months' time.

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Cooler Master Cosmos II Review https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/zardon/cooler-master-cosmos-ii-review/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/zardon/cooler-master-cosmos-ii-review/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:23 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=72124 Today Cooler Master are launching their successor to the ever popular Cosmos computer case, an enthusiast favourite now for many years. The Cosmos II is an updated version, brought screaming and kicking into 2012 with a radical new design. The Cosmos II is classed as an ‘Ultra Tower' measuring a staggering 344 x 704 x …

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Today Cooler Master are launching their successor to the ever popular Cosmos computer case, an enthusiast favourite now for many years. The Cosmos II is an updated version, brought screaming and kicking into 2012 with a radical new design. The Cosmos II is classed as an ‘Ultra Tower' measuring a staggering 344 x 704 x 664 mm, able to handle the biggest graphics cards, CPU coolers and watercooling kits. We loved the Cooler Master Storm Trooper case when we reviewed it in November, so we have high hopes that Cooler Master will start 2012 on a very high note.

The Storm Trooper case is a huge design, but it is literally dwarfed by the Cosmos II. The Cosmos II has to be one of the biggest, heaviest cases ever made, weighing 22kg … the Storm Trooper by comparison weighs 13.7kg.

The Cosmos II is crafted around a heavy duty steel cage, with aluminum, mesh and plastic components around it. It supports the full gamut of motherboards, including Micro ATX/ ATX/ E-ATX/ XL-ATX/ SSI CEB and SSI EEB standards and is supplied out of the box with a total of five case fans for the ultimate cooling experience.

If you yearn for a system chassis with the ultimate storage capabilities, then rest assured we don't think there is another mainstream case on the market to compete. Yes, the Cosmos II can accommodate up to 13 x 3.5 inch drives.

Specifications:

I/O Panel USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 4, e-SATA x 1, Audio In and Out (supports HD Audio)
Material Aluminum, Mesh, Plastic. Case Body: Steel
Dimensions (W x H x D) 344 x 704 x 664 mm / 13.5 x 27.7 x 26.1 inch
Net Weight 22 kg / 47.4 lbs
M/B Type ATX/ ATX/ E-ATX/ XL-ATX/ SSI CEB and SSI EEB
5.25″ Drive Bay 3
3.5” Drive Bay 13 (2 from X-Docking, Mid, cage for 5 HDD's, Bottom cage for 6 HDDs
2.5” Drive Bay 11 (converted from 3.5 inch bay)
Cooling System
Front: 200mm LED fan x 1, 700 rpm, 19 dBa
Top: 120mm black fan x 1, 1200 rpm, 17 dBa (converted from 200 mm fan x 1 /140mm fan x 2 / 120mm x 3)
Rear: 140 mm fan x1 (1200 RPM, 19 dBA)
(converted from 120mm fan x1)
Side: 120 mm fan x 2 (optional)
HDD: Mid HDD (120x25mm) fan x 1 (optional) Bottom HDD: 120 mm fan x 2: 1200 rpm, 17 dBa
Expansion Slots 10+1
Power Supply Type Standard ATX PS2 / EPS 12V (optional)
Maximum Compatibility CPU cooler height: 190 mm / 7.48 in
GPU card length: 385 mm / 15.5 in
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Cooler Master Cosmos 2 and Trooper arrival dates firmed up https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/jules/cooler-master-cosmos-2-and-trooper-arrival-dates-firmed-up/ https://www.kitguru.net/components/cases/jules/cooler-master-cosmos-2-and-trooper-arrival-dates-firmed-up/#comments Fri, 03 Jun 2011 06:34:59 +0000 http://www.kitguru.net/?p=47698 Looking around the Cooler Master private booth at Computex 2011 show you an array of new gaming (CM), mainstream (Cooler Master) and high-end (Choiix) products. So what DID catch the KitGuru spy's eye? The funny thing is that, even though a small fortune has been spent on the décor and layout, the coolest thing in …

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Looking around the Cooler Master private booth at Computex 2011 show you an array of new gaming (CM), mainstream (Cooler Master) and high-end (Choiix) products. So what DID catch the KitGuru spy's eye?

The funny thing is that, even though a small fortune has been spent on the décor and layout, the coolest thing in the whole of the Cooler Master suite, is the tiny 3-letter sign superglued to a door in the corner.

It simply says “NDA”.

Non-Disclosure Agreements are typically used by companies who want to show customers/press early product – without it being discussed anywhere else.

To avoid any issues, we didn’t ask for access to the room (cos we have more than half an idea of what is on the other side).

The original Cosmos was a classic piece of design, with its iconic handles and brushed aluminium side panels – it remains a firm KitGuru favourite. Although companies like Scan have had a V2 for a while, it’s been more a case of ‘clever marketing’ rather than advanced access to the new stuff. The Cosmos 2 is a monster of a case – building on the existing design elements – but evolved to the latest materials and thinking. It’s looking to be a great choice for high-end workstation builds.

The Trooper looks exactly how you would expect. Strong features – evolved from the HAF side of the family – but with a tough rubberised exterior and an integrated carry handle that, for once, actually adds to the design. It’s plenty strong enough to pick up and throw around from LAN to LAN – which is exactly what it has been designed for.

KitGuru says: Sources inside the Cooler Master booth confirmed that both designs will be in stores in time for Christmas. We anticipate the Trooper being around the £100 mark with the Cosmos 2 closer to £149.

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