Peripherals - Page 6

The AVerMedia X'TRA GO is an impressive and potentially game-changing little unit (our full review is coming soon). It is a portable capture device and charging dock for a range of gaming handhelds that presents a simple one-button solution for recording up to 4K30 or 1080p 120FPS high-quality footage.

With support for the ASUS ROG Ally, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, MSI Claw, Lenovo Legion Go, and iPhones and iPads, it's a dream come true for content creators, streamers, and gamers who are looking for an easy, painless, and tidy capture solution.

With a dedicated USB-C port with Type-C DP Alt mode compatibility and 64W charging, you can connect all these devices and stream direct-feed gameplay to a PC via an additional USB-C Port. The physical design looks excellent, too, but the port setup makes it the perfect-sounding capture device for portable and handheld gaming.

At TweakTown, when we look at keyboard and mouse combos, it's usually the pairing of some high-end gear, a mechanical keyboard with high-quality keycaps, and an enthusiast mouse with the sort of sensor tailor-made for playing Counter-Strike at the professional level. However, for those who are straight-up professionals working in an office, the new Dell Silent Keyboard and Mouse (KM555) could be of interest.

And that comes down to them being silent, creating no or inaudible sound. This is ideal for the modern office or even remote home work environment, as no one in a meeting will be able to hear you clack away on your keyboard or click through a presentation on a Zoom call with your mouse.

The Dell Silent Keyboard and Mouse (KM555) combo is also wireless, supporting Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz. Dual-mode features allow both to run simultaneously and 'Smart Connect' can detect which connection to use. You'll never need to worry about power, as both the keyboard and mouse offer up to 36 months of battery life.

Logitech is known for creating some of the highest-quality peripherals on the market and innovating in ways that have enabled it to capture large segments of consumers.

Its no surprise that Logitech Research and Development laboratories would be constantly producing new and interesting designs of established products, with the goal of inventing a fresh take that attracts more customers. Logitech's CEO Hanneke Faber gave a glimpse behind the curtain at Logitech's "innovation center" in Ireland in a recent interview with The Verge. Faber said they were shown a "forever mouse" that was designed to capture similar longevity as a watch.

Faber was asked what made the "forever mouse" a "forever mouse," to which Faber responded it was heavier, came with great software that users would constantly be updating and was "beautiful." Faber was further pressed about how Logitech would make money from selling a mouse to consumers that they would never have to replace. Faber said that such a product would need to offer value in the form of a service in the form of software updates.

Logitech is no stranger to the peripheral market, making some of the highest-quality peripherals for gamers and creatives alike.

But have you ever considered paying a monthly subscription for one of your peripherals? Logitech has, and the company's CEO Hanneke Faber recently revealed in an interview with The Verge they were shown a "forever mouse" at Logitech's "innovation center" in Ireland. This "forever mouse" was directly compared to the longevity of a watch in the way that people, more often than not, choose not to throw away their old watch. Logitech is aiming to create a product that captures that some longevity.

Faber was asked follow-up questions about this mysterious "forever mouse," such as "What made the mouse a forever mouse?" Faber described it as a "little heavier," having "great software and services you'd constantly update," and "it was beautiful." Faber added, "I don't think we're necessarily super far away from that."

The new ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme premium wireless gaming keyboard is here; however, it's hard not to look past the price - $499 USD. So then, what does a 75% gaming keyboard that costs as much as a GeForce RTX 4070 include? Quite a lot of premium features: a full-color OLED touchscreen, a carbon fiber positioning plate, and an adjustable gasket mount.

The latter allows gamers to toggle between two different type-feels, a first for a gaming keyboard. We first saw the ASUS ROG Azoth Extreme at Computex 2024, where ASUS explained that no expense was spared; every square inch of this thing has been designed to deliver the company's most premium keyboard experience to date. After a brief hands-on, we awarded it a Best of Computex 2024 award.

You'll have to wait a bit for our full review (it's due to arrive any minute), so let's go through what makes this custom 75% gaming keyboard a true enthusiast-level piece of hardware.

Logitech has unveiled its latest lightweight and portable wireless gaming mouse, the Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED. With dual-wireless connectivity and the company's power-efficient (and powerful) HERO 25K sensor, the Logitech G309 can deliver over 300 hours of low-latency 1ms LIGHTSPEED gameplay on a single AA battery.

Switch to Bluetooth, and the battery life jumps to an even more impressive 600 hours. Weighing in at 86 grams with the battery, the Logitech G309 is compact, versatile, and lightweight enough to double as an on-the-go productivity tool and a weapon of choice for those late-night gaming sessions. It also sports a new form factor and ergonomic shape, designed for comfort and multiple grip styles.

When paired with Logitech's POWERPLAY Wireless Charging System, the Logitech G309 can also be used without a battery, making it even lighter - 68 grams. As a LIGHTSPEED device, all you'll need is a single receiver or dongle to use the Logitech G309 LIGHTSPEED with a compatible keyboard like the recently announced Logitech G515 TKL LIGHTSPEED Gaming Keyboard.

Logitech has announced its latest low-profile keyboard, the Logitech G G515 LIGHTSPEED TKL Wireless Gaming Keyboard. For those familiar with the company's popular and still highly sought-after low-profile G915 gaming keyboard, this TKL entry will undoubtedly reignite those 'I want this now' feels.

The G515 LIGHTSPEED TKL Wireless Gaming Keyboard sports a similar low-profile design with a clean and minimal look that also takes advantage of the company's latest peripheral tech - LIGHTSPEED wireless and LIGHTSYNC RGB lighting. The G515's low-profile switches (available in Tactile and Linear styles) feature an actuation point of only 1.3mm and a total travel distance of 3.2mm.

Despite its low profile, the G515 LIGHTSPEED TKL Wireless Gaming Keyboard is also built to the standard expected from a modern, high-end keyboard. You have a sound-dampening foam layer, pre-lubed switches, stabilizers, and PBT keycaps.

Razer's DeathAdder is one of those iconic mouse shapes that you instantly feel at home with. Over the years, it has evolved into a high-end ultra-lightweight esports gaming mouse with the award-winning Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro. Today, Razer has announced the latest addition to the DeathAdder family, the new DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed, which features a design inspired by the V3 Pro.

Like the V3 Pro, the HyperSpeed is described as an "ergonomic wireless esports mouse," which is backed up by its lightweight 55-gram build. It's actually 12% lighter than the DeathAdder V3 Pro and features a change to the iconic DeathAdder shape made in collaboration with professional esports players.

Like the Razer Viper V3 Pro Wireless we recently reviewed, the DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed sports a smooth finish rather than a matte one. It is powered by Razer Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3 and Razer's Focus X 26K Optical Sensor and even supports 8K polling - though you'll need the Razer HyperPolling Wireless Dongle (sold separately) for that.

Computex 2024 has officially wrapped up, and during the tradeshow, many new products were unveiled and showcased, and one that certainly caught my eye was the Lord of the Rings-themed setup Corsair had on at their suite.

The Corsair-owned DROP brand had a full PC setup outfitted in the latest Lord of the Rings-themed collectibles, created through an official partnership between Middle Earth Enterprises and DROP. The partnership has spawned various officially licensed faction-themed keyboards, mouse pads, keycaps, and even standalone statues.

At the Corsair suite, the company had on display the new Mordor set that featured an awesome Barad-dur mouse mat, keycaps of the One Ring in various locations, a Sauron-themed wrist rest, a Balrog-themed space bar, keycap holders, and more. For those that don't know, DROP's keyboards are completely customizable, enabling users to switch out keys, plates and even gaskets.

We got to check out the new Corsair Custom Lab at Computex 2024. It immediately reminded us of the Xbox Design Lab, which lets you pick and choose various colors and materials to personalize your own Xbox controller. Corsair plans to expand the features and functionality of the Custom Lab in the future, but the service is kicking off by letting you build a custom M75 WIRELESS mouse, a K65 PLUS WIRELESS keyboard, and an MM300 mouse pad.

These are the most recent Corsair peripherals and fantastic boot options. Both earned awards in our recent reviews, with the K65 PLUS WIRELESS keyboard, in particular, being one of the best keyboards Corsair has ever produced. Corsair Custom Lab lets you change the colors of individual keyboard keys and mouse buttons or choose from different styles and templates.

"It's an extension of the player and their personality," Thi La, President and COO at Corsair, says. "With our range of products, combined with Corsair Custom Lab capabilities, users can create and customize an amazing setup that reflects who they are."