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BitFenix Launches the Recon and Hydra Pro Fan Controllers

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BitFenix is proud to introduce two brand new fan controllers designed to put the user in the driver's seat - Recon and Hydra Pro. Recon is the world's first Internet-connected fan controller, offering total control even on the go. Hydra Pro delivers powerful 30 W per channel performance and, when combined with BitFenix Spectre and Spectre Pro LED fans, convenient push-button LED on/off functionality.

"Users have been clamoring for these two devices for a while now, and I'm proud to report that the wait is finally over," says BitFenix Product Manager David Jarlestedt. "With Recon and Hydra Pro, BitFenix once again takes our disruptive ideas and brings them into a new design space - fan controllers. Offering never-before-seen functionality at competitive price points, Recon and Hydra Pro are set to become the go-to thermal control devices for enthusiasts the world over."





Recon
Designed for the new age of mobile devices, Recon is the world's first Internet-connected fan controller. After installing the included Windows-based software, this five-channel fan controller enables users to connect to it using smartphones, tablets or laptops via the Internet. Once connected, users can monitor and adjust their fans and temperatures via their mobile device. Best of all, the mobile interface is browser-based, which means it is compatible with virtually any mobile operating system, including iOS, Android, or Windows. At home, the easy-to-use touchscreen interface displays current system temperatures and fan speeds, while giving easy access to the Recon's advanced functionality.



Recon sports two specially-designed microprocessors that continuously interact with your motherboard, providing real-time status monitoring and control. Users can also save presets and recall up to three presets on-the-fly, making quick adjustments push-button simple. And to keep things looking awesome, Recon's SofTouch bezel delivers a luxurious matte finish and soft feel. With Recon, users are always in total control of their system - even on the go.

Hydra Pro
Two devices in one, Hydra Pro combines a powerful fan controller with an LED control device. Its five thermal channels deliver up to 30 W of power each, and are easily controlled via low-profile sliders that make it compatible with a wide variety of cases - even those with doors.



But when coupled with BitFenix Spectre and Spectre Pro LED fans, Hydra Pro really begins to shine. Users can connect their Spectre and Spectre Pro LED fans to Hydra Pro using the two pin cable that comes with every Spectre and Spectre Pro LED fan. Once connected, users can control fan LEDs with a single button push. Featuring signature BitFenix SofTouch surface treatment on the outside, Hydra Pro makes an attractive addition to virtually any system.

Pricing and Availability
BitFenix Recon carries an MSRP of 34.90€ in the EU, $39 in North America, and will be available at the following retailers starting next week:

North America
- Performance PCs (http://www.performance-pcs.com/)
- Canada Computers (http://canadacomputers.com/)

Europe
- Caseking (http://www.caseking.de/)
- Overclockers UK (http://www.overclockers.co.uk/)
- Specialtech (http://www.specialtech.co.uk/)

Australia
- PC Case Gear (http://pccasegear.com/)
- Scorptech (http://www.scorptec.com.au/)

BitFenix Hydra Pro carries an MSRP of 30€ in the EU, $34.90 in North America, and will be available in early June.

For more information on Recon and Hydra Pro, go to: http://www.bitfenix.com/

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So they are more expensive versions of the Nzxt fan controllers that look just like them? I am all good.
 
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So they are more expensive versions of the Nzxt fan controllers that look just like them? I am all good.

Not anywhere close to NZXT version. Not even the same.
The Hydra has option to turn off/on there Spectre pro LED.

The recon has option to remotely control your fans, have profiles to easily switch from them.

Cost difference is only about $10 for both of them. Not too bad.
 
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the touchscreen one comes with some pretty good software that will rival asus' fanXpertII ... with a full compliment of temp sensors and adjustable manual mode


i love me some nzxt, but the touchscreen one is better
 
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