Peripherals News - Page 15

CES 2018 - For the last few years I've been exclusively using Corsair gaming keyboards and mice for every single gaming and workstation PC that I have here in my office, and for the entire time I've wished that they were wireless, something Corsair unveiled at CES 2018.

Corsair has announced its new K63 Wireless keyboard, a new 10-keyless wireless keyboard, a first for the company. Corsair packs in 100% Cherry MX Red keys with a blue blacklight, something that's customizable with Corsair's CUE software package.

The keyboard can be used in either 1ms 2.4GHz option, or you can switch it out for the low-latency Bluetooth wireless mode that increases battery life. If you want to not worry about battery life, Corsair has included the ability of plugging in the USB connector while also offering wireless encryption.

CES 2018 - HyperX today showcased a new fleet of hardware at Las Vegas, which includes RAM, a new headset, a keyboard, and a new gaming mouse.

Kicking off HyperX's new lineup is the company's new Predator DDR4 RGB memory, which boasts the world's first synchronized chromatic RGB lighting with infrared tech. Pricing, memory config/modules and more will be revealed in Q2 2018, but HyperX is confident that the RAM will offer a "new way to experience RGB lighting on a PC."

Next up we have the HyperX Cloud Flight wireless headset, which touts a huge 30 hours of battery life--which the company says is the longest battery life available in the gaming market. The headset features 90-degree rotating ear cups and 50mm drivers that broadcast at 2.4GHz, and is compatible with gaming PCs and PlayStation 4 console hardware.

COUGAR have released a new FPS gaming mouse that is designed at maintaining customizations for gamers without the use of drivers.

The new gaming mouse comes with on-board memory to save gamers setting and customizations. On the mouse, two dedicated button which are found at the base of the mouse that allow for control of the mouse's DPI setting which increase in increments of 50, ranging from 50 - 7200DPI.

To make this DPI customization easier on gamers COUGAR have installed a built-in LCD screen under the mouse so users that desire to change their DPI settings have the freedom of simply turning their mouse over and adjusting their setting while viewing the number change on-the-fly.

Secretlab make some of the best gaming chairs in the world, with it culminating in their latest OMEGA gaming chair that I personally reviewed and rated the best gaming chair yet.

Well, if you want to get some massive discount on their flagship TITAN Tempo gaming chair, Secretlab are celebrating with their 12.12 sale that sees a 24-hour period where $191 discount is applied to the TITAN Tempo bringing the price down to just $329 down from $520.

The deal requires the code of '1212TEMPO' and will work December 12-13, so get in now!

CHERRY have added a unique feature to their latest mouse, an integrated fingerprint reader. Aimed at business and public institutions, the MC 4900 is your typical everyday mouse with an exceptional ergonomic design that we've come to expect from CHERRY, but with the addition of an integrated fingerprint reader.

The MC 4900 utilizes an integrated Crossmatch TouchChip TCS2 sensor based on capacitive sensing technology, with the principle being that this mouse will excel in workstations that requires multiple users within the company or government agency to allow for easy, quick and secure log in identification.

Suitable for both right and left-hand operators, this symmetrical mouse is also features full compatibility with Windows Hellow, 1375 DPI optical sensor and finished off with a 1.8m long USB cable.

CoolerMaster have released their latest addition to their award-winning lineup, the MasterKeys MK750 mechanical gaming keyboard. Cooler Master placed a clear emphasis on performance with their latest offering, with Cherry MX switches, anodized aluminium body, RGB illumination, four dedicated media keys and a removeable magnetic wristrest.

"We wanted to further raise the bar so we designed a keyboard that harbors all of the fantastic existing features of our MasterKeys Pro line except now we added more elements that are needed for a competitive gaming set up such as dedicated media keys and removable wristrest for comfort," says Bram Rongen, Peripheral Sr. Product Marketing Manager.

Backlight keys are just not enough for the MK750, with Cooler Master including a unique illuminated light bar that enhances the style and gaming experience. Cooler Master didn't stop there with customization, the MK750 comes with nine purple doubleshot PBT gaming keycaps that provide incredible durability. The removable magnetic wristrest provides support that is demanded by intense gaming sessions thanks to its ultra-soft PU leather and memory foam properties.

With the Razer smartphone on the horizon, Razer have decided to add two new additions to their Razer Hammerhead in-ear headset family, the Razer Hammerhead USB-C and Razer Hammerhead for iOS Mercury. That's right, USB-C connection. This means phones that don't feature a 3.5mm connection will benefit gratefully from Razer's latest products.

The Razer Hammerhead USB-C features a flat cable, inline remote control, a highly durable aluminium chassis and and bi-flange ear tips for passive noise isolation. The Razer Hammerhead USB-C houses a custom-tuned DAC converter with digital output and features 10mm dynamic drivers that is finished in the classic Razer flamboyant green and black.

The Razer Hammerhead for iOS Mercury leverages digital output of Apple Lightning connector source-direct audio without processing for maximally pure, accurate, mobile sound that is finished in a sleek white color to match your Apple product.

GIGABYTE has revealed their latest mechanical gaming keyboard to the Aorus family, the Aorus K9 Optical gaming keyboard. The Aorus K9 Optical features Optical mechanical switches that are made by Flaretech and produce debounce times as low as 0.03ms. This provides higher precision gaming and unmatched durability of 100 million keystrokes.

The impressive Optical mechanical switches aren't the only impressive addition to GIGABYTE's latest keyboard, the Aorus K9 is also splash proof with GIGABYTE claiming "Without exposed metal connectors, it is fully splash proof, even enabling use under water". The optical Flaretech switches also eliminate chatter, this achieved by the use of fully optical actuation, rather than electromechanical.

As expected with premium gaming products, RGB illumination is present with 16.8 million-color RGB multi-color back-lighting that is compatible with GIGABYTE RGB Fusion software. GIGABYTE have yet to release pricing or availability details.

This is one for all you Overwatch fans out there, trust me I know there's plenty out there, including myself. Razer have announced the officially licensed D.Va peripheral suite for Overwatch fans, the suite includes the D.Va Razer MEKA gaming headset, the Abyssus Elite optical mouse and the D.Va Razer Goliathus mouse pad and is perfect for hardcore Overwatch gamers.

"Since launching over a year ago, Overwatch has become a worldwide phenomenon and so has the love and affection for Blizzard's beloved character, D.Va," says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO. "She's a gamer through and through and plays to win. When the idea to have a character-specific suite of products came up, the decision was 'easy mode.'"

Details on the D.Va Razer MEKA gaming headset are rather limited at the moment, with Razer only stating that it will feature an omni-directional mic and in-line controls. The Abyssus Elite gaming mouse is tournament-ready and features a 7200 DPI optical sensor, 220 inches per second (IPS) tracking and up to 30 G acceleration that is also supported by Razer Synapse 3 (beta) software. What mouse isn't complete without a mouse pad? Razer have complimented the Abyssus Elite mouse with the D.Va Razer Goliathus mouse pad, a vibrant design that is optimized for all types of sensitivity settings and sensors types on any mouse.

OFM have extended their product range into the gaming market with their new RESPAWN range. OFM have decades of experience in ergonomics and quality furniture, using this experience and knowledge to design their PC gaming chair range to cater for the long and intense gaming sessions. This experience provides gamers with everything they require- ergonomic comfort, 4D adjustability, beautiful aesthetics and premium materials that is backed with a limited lifetime warranty.

"Gamers have specific ergonomic and aesthetic needs that aren't met by standard office chairs, and many of the seating options out there are outrageously priced or offer features that don't provide comfort in a stylish way," said Blake Zalcberg, CEO of OFM, Inc. "We knew that there was a need in the market that we could fulfill based on our 20 years of experience at OFM, and decided to create the RESPAWN brand. RESPAWN delivers an affordable and durable product designed specifically for gamers."

The RESPAWN series features eight gaming chairs in a variety of colors to suit each individual's preferred comfort, style and functionality. You can view the entire RESPAWN range here and is available now.