This GeChic portable monitor costs less than £300 - but is it any good?
Read More »The KitGuru guide to mechanical keyboard switches
Mechanical keyboards are a staple for many serious PC gaming set ups. These switches offer more tactile feedback, faster actuation and longer life spans. However, with so many different kinds of switches floating around, it can be confusing to decide which one to go with. Today we'll be going over the different mechanical switches currently on the market, explaining what each of them do differently.
Read More »ASUS ProArt PA32UC 32in Monitor Review
It's the most colour-accurate screen we've tested - but it will set you back £2000
Read More »Ninox offers the world’s most lightweight modular mouse with the Astrum
Previously entering the peripheral scene with its Aurora and Venator mice, British manufacturer Ninox has once again graced the scene with its Astrum model. Dubbed the “world’s lightest fully modular gaming mouse” at below 80 grams, the Astrum offers users 13 different mice in one, with the ability to add …
Read More »Razer unveils new ‘Huntsman’ keyboards with new Opto-Mechanical switches
Razer has two new keyboards launching today featuring all new 'Opto-Mechanical' switches- utilising infrared beams to detect key presses, while still maintining the satisfying feel of a mechanical switch.
Read More »AMD tries to clear up confusion over FreeSync 2 HDR rebranding
Upon the release of FreeSync 2, display manufacturers requested that AMD provide more clarity towards its improvements over the “vanilla” FreeSync. This prompted the company to rebrand the successor to FreeSync 2 HDR, reflecting its introduction of high-dynamic range support. Unfortunately, this is still causing confusion in the industry thanks …
Read More »Razer Nommo Chroma Speakers Review
It's a new 2.0 desktop speaker system from Razer - with RGB lighting. Worth £150?
Read More »Microsoft has brought back the Intellimouse
The Microsoft Intellimouse was a staple of early to mid-2000’s offices and schools. Every single Windows XP machine was paired with this juggernaut of a mouse. Gamers even took a shine to it thanks the optical sensor and button switches it had. It has been a while since this mouse …
Read More »Upgrading to high-end ultrawide- is it worth it?
The Acer Predator X34 is a highly recommended monitor, but it is also very expensive and comes with its own unique set of drawbacks. Today I'm sharing my experience in making the jump to 21:9. Was it worth the money?
Read More »The Wi-Fi Alliance has officially launched WPA3
It wasn’t too long ago that the KRACK Attack essentially rendered every single WPA2 network insecure. Since then, the Wi-Fi Alliance has been working on the successor, and today they finally launched WPA3, which is fully immune from the KRACK Attack. The Wi-Fi Alliance announced the launch of WPA3 via …
Read More »Nvidia’s new G-Sync HDR module could cost manufacturers upwards of $500
Adaptive-Sync technologies like G-Sync and Freesync have really taken the gaming monitor industry by storm. While FreeSync is cheap for monitor makers to implement due to its open-source nature, G-Sync is a little more complicated. In the early days of G-Sync, Nvidia's proprietary module would add extra cost to manufacturing, …
Read More »Source claims some 1440p monitors are using downscaled 4K panels
Everyone knows that 4K monitors should cost more to make than your bog standard 1440p monitor… But do they? This week, a report doing the rounds is claiming that some manufacturers have been using 4K panels for their 1440p monitors as they have been cheaper to source. German tech website …
Read More »Corsair Strafe RGB MK.2 Keyboard Review
Corsair has updated its Strafe RGB keyboard - is the new MK.2 worth it?
Read More »Bose launches $250 Sleepbuds designed to help you nod off
Bose may be well known for its products in the Hi-Fi and headphone space, but the company is trying its hand at a quality of life device this time around with the ‘Sleepbuds'. Following on from a successful Indigogo campaign, the Bose Sleepbuds are launching today, aimed at helping people …
Read More »The first 4K/144Hz monitors can’t support full quality at 144Hz
Hardware limitations surrounding the first 4K/144Hz monitors have come to light, with bandwidth reducing techniques put in place in order to hit the full 144Hz refresh rate.
Read More »AOC G2590PX 24.5in 144Hz Gaming Monitor Review
If you're looking to get into high refresh-rate gaming, this AOC could be just the thing
Read More »BenQ ScreenBar e-Reading Lamp Review
It's a pretty nifty desk lamp that mounts onto your monitor - but is it worth £89?
Read More »Roccat Launches Next-Gen Gaming Keyboard with Titan Switches
Although still partnering with TTC going forward, Roccat has spent more than a year working on a new design for keyboard switches. The first of this new generation of products is the Vulcan and we managed to get hands on with the product recently. We spoke with Roccat Marketing Guru Jessica …
Read More »Computex 2018: MSI expands its line of peripherals
While MSI has been making peripherals for some time, over the last year or two the company seems to be taking this market more seriously than ever. This is demonstrated by the new products announced at Computex 2018, including a keyboard, mouse and a very funky headset stand concept. First …
Read More »Computex 2018: Peripherals galore at Cooler Master’s booth
While Cooler Master's core business may be CPU coolers and cases, the company has a very broad product portfolio, and that is set to get even broader with a myriad of new peripherals unveiled at Computex 2018. We had Briony on hand to show you all of the new gear. …
Read More »Sennheiser HD 800 S & HDV 820 – a £3500 combo
Got a lot of cash to spend on some new audio gear? We look at the HD 800 S and HDV 820
Read More »Ninox Venator Mouse Review
It's a £40 mouse from British manufacturer Ninox - is it worth the money?
Read More »Computex 2018: ASUS unveils a trio of new monitors aimed at gamers and professionals
Ahead of its Computex showcase, ASUS has unveiled a trio of new monitors designed to tackle the gaming and professional markets. Introducing the CG32 4K console gaming monitor, VG49V “super-ultra-wide” gaming monitor and ProArt PA34V ultra-wide professional monitor. ASUS CG32UQ 4K The 31.5-inch CG32 UHD monitor is ASUS’ answer to …
Read More »ASUS ROG Strix Flare RGB Mechanical Keyboard Review
It ticks all the boxes for a gaming keyboard - but how does it stack up against the competition?
Read More »Roccat set to debut its own mechanical keyboard switch at Computex
While Cherry MX seems to dominate the mechanical key switch world, there’s no shortage of options including Kailh, Logitech’s Romer-G and Razer Switches. Although a little late to the game, Roccat is now weighing in with its own mechanical switches in an effort to curb the issue of contact bouncing. …
Read More »1MORE Triple Driver H1707 Over-Ear Headphones Review
Three drivers per ear cup - and a price of just £180. A match made in heaven?
Read More »Samsung adds FreeSync to its 2018 TVs
Variable refresh rate technology such as FreeSync has been a godsend for gamers everywhere, allowing for smooth gaming even with a fluctuating framerate. Samsung has been supporting FreeSync in a number of its gaming monitors for some time now, but it looks like TVs are now getting the same treatment. …
Read More »Corsair HS70 Wireless Headset Review
It's Corsair's latest wireless headset. At £100, is it just too expensive or is it worth every penny?
Read More »HP’s Mindframe headset uses thermoelectrics to keep your ears cool
As PC gamers, I'm sure many of us have faced the issue of sweaty, uncomfortable while wearing a gaming headset for hours on end- especially during the summer months. In fact, HP's research says that 46 percent of gamers have this problem, so the company is tackling it head on …
Read More »AOC expands G90 range with budget-friendly 144Hz FreeSync monitor
High refresh rate gaming has been swiftly gaining in popularity over the years, but more often than not, making the jump to 144Hz is an expensive endeavour. Fortunately, we are starting to see more budget-friendly options hit the market, including AOC's latest ‘G90' monitor, which sports a 144Hz refresh rate …
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