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ROCCAT Kone AIMO Gaming Mouse Revealed

ROCCAT shows the Next-Gen Kone gaming mouse Horde redefines gaming keyboards with Membrane 2.0 AIMO is the evolution of RGB illumination ROCCAT Studios started the RGB illumination revolution ten years ago with the original Kone gaming mouse, one of the most popular and widely heralded gaming peripherals on the market. Now, ROCCAT has done it again, starting with our next-gen entry into the Kone family – the Kone AIMO. Gamers spoke and we listened, updating every aspect of the Kone to match their wants and needs. Ergonomically improved for better feel and comfort, with a tri-button thumb zone for greater control and a more robust 4D Titan Wheel. OMRON switches certified to fifty million clicks, with an updated SWARM driver […]

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Lian Li PC-Q39 Tempered Glass Mini-ITX Tower Case Debuts

Aluminium body, tempered glass panel,and USB 3.1 Type-C Lian Li Industrial Co. Ltd is delighted to present the new PC-Q39 WX Mini-ITX mini tower chassis. The PC-Q39 is an evolution of the PC-Q37 and allows the use of ATX power supplies as well as triple slot graphics cards in a mini-ITX chassis. Internally, dedicated grommets for liquid cooling tubing have been placed in order to move reservoir and pumps to the wider secondary chamber. This enables motherboard, graphics card, and other main components to shine behind the tempered glass panel. Furthermore, the front panel has been upgraded and now features an USB 3.1 Type-C connector Mini-ITX case with ATX PSU The PC-Q39 continues the traditional Lian Li design with dual […]

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HyperX Cloud Alpha Gaming Headset Revealed

Unveiled at Gamescom 2017, Cloud Alpha Delivers Elite Audio and Signature HyperX Comfort HyperX®, the gaming division of Kingston® Technology Company, Inc., today unveiled its next generation gaming headset – HyperXTM Cloud Alpha. The first gaming headset to feature revolutionary dual chamber technology, Cloud Alpha delivers incredible audio quality designed to enhance the PC, console and mobile gaming experience. Cloud Alpha maintains the DNA of previous award-winning HyperX headsets and replaces the popular HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset, delivering unmatched fit and comfort for extended gaming sessions, as well as rich, textured sound for extraordinary spatial awareness. “The new HyperX Cloud Alpha is the first gaming headset to include our dual chamber technology to deliver unrivaled sound quality,” said Tyler Needles, […]

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Corsair Void Pro RGB Gaming Headset Review

Corsair has updated it’s Gaming line of headsets with the Void Pro RGB. Featuring Dolby 7.1 surround with the use of Corsair’s CUE software. The Void Pro RGB has a host of improvements, from the 50mm driver, mesh/memory foam earpads, improved microphone, but is only compatible with the PC. The Corsair Void Pro RGB is a wired version of the new Void Pro RGB Wireless and Wireless SE. The Void Pro RGB ditches the wireless aspect, but maintains all of the features, except for the flip-up muting, which is a feature of the wireless models only. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, I’ll be putting the Corsair Void Pro RGB to the test. Will Corsair deliver the goods and improve on last years Void Surround?

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PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds Adds NVIDIA ShadowPlay Highlights

Eight Million-Plus Gamers Can Now Automatically Record Amazing Moments Using New GeForce Experience ShadowPlay Highlights Gamescom — NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) today announced it is collaborating with Bluehole Inc. to make its surprise hit game, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds, even better on GeForce® GTX PCs with the addition of NVIDIA® ShadowPlay™ Highlights and other advanced PC features. Starting today, PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds PC gamers can capture and share their best gaming moments using NVIDIA ShadowPlay Highlights. The tool automatically captures the player’s greatest achievements in video and screenshots, and enables seamless sharing through Facebook, YouTube or Imgur. PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds began as a user-created mod for ARMA 3. It has since shocked the gaming community by becoming one of the best-selling releases of 2017, with […]

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Promise Apollo Cloud 2 Duo Launched

Promise Technology Delivers Advanced and Simple-to-Use Personal Cloud Storage with New Apollo Cloud 2 Duo Safely store, access and share documents, photos, videos and music with your own personal network of family, friends or business contacts Promise Technology, a leader in data storage, today announced the launch of its newest personal storage device, Apollo Cloud 2 Duo, and its companion application. The newly designed device doubles the storage capacity of previous models, yet maintains its sleek glossy white aesthetic and compact size that’s ideal for discreet display. With 8TB of storage capacity, Duo is sure to be the ultimate storage device for those seeking a solution that’s safe, simple and fast. You don’t have to know anything about networking or […]

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Intel Core i9-7960X Desktop Processors Available

The Intel® Core™ i9 Extreme Edition Processor The dawn of a new breed of extreme desktop processors is here, elevating everything you do to new heights. Powered by a massive 18 cores and 36 threads, this processor enables extreme single-threaded performance with the updated Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0. This technology now identifies the two best performing cores to provide increased single and dual-core performance. The new Extreme Edition boasts 44 PCIe* lanes and support for multiple discrete graphics cards, Thunderbolt™ technology, and high-speed storage like Intel® Optane™ technology. And of course, it is fully unlocked1 for extreme performance. Intel® Core™ X-Series Processor Family Something for every enthusiast! The new Intel® Core™ X-series processor family is designed to scale […]

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Thermaltake View 71 Tempered Glass Tower Chassis Debuts

Designed to expand the legacy of the View Series lineup, Thermaltake today launched the View 71 Tempered Glass RGB Edition Full Tower Chassis and the View 71 Tempered Glass Edition Full Tower Chassis. The View 71 TG Series features superior performance and expandability with an incredibly beautiful case design. This elegantly designed piece utilizes swing-out side panels, and is enclosed in 4-side 5mm tempered glass (left, right, front & top) for users to demonstrate their DIY handiwork and enjoy the ultimate internal component visibility. The View 71 TG Series is preinstalled with multiple 140mm Riing Blue or Riing RGB fans for outstanding ventilation, and its seven drive trays with modular drive racks deliver advanced storage capacity and liquid cooling expansion. […]

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HP SSD S700 PRO 1TB Solid State Drive Review

Relative to solid state storage, one terabyte is an enormous amount of near-instant drive space. Adding to its appeal is the cost of solid state technology, which has doubled its storage capacity per dollar from just one year ago. HP suggests top speeds up to 570 MB/s for reads and 525 MB/s writes from their 1TB SSD S700 PRO, which utilizes 3D NAND to deliver impressive storage density and reliability. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, we test the 1TB HP SSD S700 PRO (2.5″ SATA model 2LU81AA#ABL) against other solid state drive competition.

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COLORFUL iGame Z270 Ymir-U Gaming Motherboard Launched

COLORFUL iGame Z270 Ymir-U Gaming Motherboard Launched

COLORFUL delivers stable, high-performance platform for all gamers August 16, 2017, Shenzhen, China – Colorful Technology Company Limited, professional manufacturer of graphics cards and motherboards, officially debuts its latest addition to the iGame series of motherboards with Intel Z270 chipset – the most powerful model in COLORFUL’s Z270 lineup which made its debut in COMPUTEX; the iGame Z270 Ymir-U which provides a stable platform for a better gaming experience thanks to improved cooling, optimized network management and increased performance potential. The iGame Z270 Ymir-U features a unique motherboard cooling technology dubbed Metal Armor which features large heatsinks that have overlapping dual-colors on it armored exterior and audio-reactive lighting via the GamerVoice 2.0 audio system. After being upgraded to version 2.0, […]

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Razer Atheris 7200 DPI Optical Wireless Gaming Mouse Debuts

The Razer Atheris is the premier mobile productivity mouse boasting the world’s longest-lasting battery life1 and gaming-grade wireless performance Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Atheris, the ultimate wireless notebook mouse with the world’s longest-lasting battery life[1] and lag-free wireless gaming-grade performance. Designed for mobile work and play to outlast any competition, the Razer Atheris offers up to 350 hours of continuous use on a single pair of AA batteries, providing power for even the most enduring boardroom meetings or intense gaming sessions. The Razer Atheris is equipped with Razer’s proprietary wireless Adaptive Frequency Technology (AFT) providing industry-leading transmission for the most reliable, stable connection. AFT is enabled through a compact USB dongle that […]

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Destiny 2 PC Beta in 4K Revealed

Today NVIDIA took another step in the collaboration we have with Bungie and Activision around Destiny 2 when we unveiled a new PC Beta trailer featuring all-new gameplay footage of the PC edition of Destiny 2 running in 4K at smooth 60 frames-per-second. Activision is kicking off their PC Beta ahead of the October 24th PC release of the eagerly anticipated multiplayer first-person shooter. The PC Beta kicks off August 28th for Early Access, and runs August 29th through August 31st for the Open Beta. The PC beta will support 4K, uncapped framerates, a full suite of adjustable graphics settings, full keyboard and mouse support, and 21:9 monitor support. The PC Beta will feature Destiny 2’s opening campaign story mission […]

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Bloody B820R Gaming Keyboard Review

Optical key switches provide fast response time and performance without compromising build quality. They use infrared sensors as a replacement for metal contacts, making them more durable when compared to a standard mechanical key switch. With the Bloody B820R Light Strike RGB Animation gaming keyboard, it uses LK (Light Strike) Optical switches built exclusively for Bloody keyboards. The B820R comes in two variants; one with blue switches (Machine Gun) and one with red switches (Silent Gun). Benchmark Reviews already tested the B820R with LK Optical Blue switches, so our friends at A4Tech sent us the red variant for this review.

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ASRock X10 IoT Router for Smart Homes Introduced

Control smart devices from the comfort of your smartphone Taipei, Taiwan, August 15th 2017 – The leading global motherboard manufacturer, ASRock®, is pleased to announce is pleased to announce the X10 IoT router, a unique next generation smart IoT hub that is designed as an integral part of a smart home environment and essential part a secure domicile. As an IoT router, the ASrock X10 is well equipped to control various “Smart Home” devices, including light systems like smart lighting devices, smart locks, smart water meters, television, air-conditioning units and much more without requiring any additional hubs thanks to its ZigBee controller and advances mesh networking technology. “We believe a qualified digital life is built on a well-connected and user-friendly […]

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SteelSeries APEX M750 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Released

SteelSeries APEX M750 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Released

The M750 features SteelSeries QX2 switches, aerospace aluminum and exclusive SteelSeries Engine Apps for Discord and more Today, SteelSeries announced the APEX M750, the ‘complete package’ mechanical keyboard, delivering durability in a beautifully simplified package. The M750 brings new QX2 mechanical switches, per key RGB lighting and SteelSeries Engine Apps to gamers, giving them the ultimate combination of beauty, performance and customization. The APEX M750 features SteelSeries’ QX2 linear mechanical gaming switches to deliver ultra-fast and consistent gameplay. Their low-force, linear actuation point also deliver a whisper-quiet response and have a guaranteed lifespan of 50 million key presses. The keyboard was designed with an aerospace aluminum core for durability, stability and a sleek, modern look. Gamers have strong and vocal […]

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ASRock Rack Motherboards Feature Intel Atom C3000 Processors

From home offices to server rooms, demands of accessing data are rising at light speed while budgets are tightly controlled. The new launch of ASRock Rack’s C3000 server motherboards is going to raise the bar for performance and capacity at a reasonable cost. It will benefit users who are looking for affordable NAS and storage solutions. This time, ASRock Rack is releasing three types of server motherboards featuring the Next Generation Intel Atom® C3000 Processor. Compared with the last generation, performance has been bumped up a factor of 2.3. In addition, I/O flexibility is enhanced by PCI-E3.0, SATA3 and USB3.0, delivering faster speeds and better flexibility. Last but not least, power consumption is extremely low while performance is much improved. […]

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Sonnet eGFX Breakaway Box Now Shipping

New Thunderbolt 3 to PCIe® Expansion Chassis Connects High-Performance GPU Card to Any eGFX-Compatible Computer for Pro Gaming and Graphics Applications Sonnet Technologies today announced that its eGFX Breakaway Box with 350W power supply, the first in the company’s all-new series of Thunderbolt™ 3 to PCI Express® (PCIe®) expansion chassis for professional graphics and gaming applications, is now shipping. The eGFX Breakaway Box provides a single slot for connecting any size Thunderbolt-compatible PCIe card, including high-performance GPU cards — making it ideal for gamers and professionals who need to run bandwidth-intensive graphics applications on their eGFX-compatible notebook, all-in-one, or other small-form-factor computers. The unit is equipped with a 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 port that enables data transfers up to 2,750 MB/s, […]

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HP OMEN PCs Deliver Ultimate Advantage for Gamers

New powerhouse gaming portfolio delivers cutting-edge designs, with the performance demanded by those relentlessly pursuing legendary status Today, HP Inc. un-leveled the playing field with the launch of an entirely new, cutting-edge and comprehensive portfolio of OMEN by HP gaming products. Re-designed and re-engineered from the ground up, the new lineup gives esports athletes and competitive gamers the edge and confidence needed to perform at the highest global level. Every inch inside and out of the new OMEN PCs, displays and accessories are packed with features designed to target the needs of gamers around the world, instantly changing the game like never before. News Highlights: The OMEN X Compact Desktop provides a factory-overclocked GPU from NVIDIA® and a versatile form-factor, […]

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Samsung Portable SSD T5 Introduced

Built with V-NAND technology, drive features industry-leading transfer speeds with encrypted data security in a compact and durable design Samsung Electronics America, Inc. today announced the introduction of the Samsung Portable SSD T5 – the newest portable solid state drive (PSSD) that raises the bar for the performance of external memory products. The T5, built with Samsung’s latest 64-layer V-NAND technology, delivers industry-leading transfer speeds with encrypted data security in a compact and durable design, making it easier than ever for consumers to access their most valuable data anywhere, at any time. “Samsung has been pushing the envelope of what is possible in portable storage and solid state drives for years, and the Portable SSD T5 continues our legacy of […]

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LG V30 Features UX 6.0+ For Maximum Personalization

Multimedia Excellence, User Personalization and Intuitive Usefulness at the Heart of LG’s New Smartphone UX The new UX 6.0+ to make its debut in the upcoming V30 from LG Electronics (LG) is an advanced version of LG’s UX that has been optimized to work even better with the immersive 18:9 OLED FullVision display while offering more personalization options for a more intuitive user experience. Featuring the company’s first OLED FullVision display and an advanced dual lens camera, the LG V30 is a powerful multimedia tool and the new UX is designed so that users can leverage its advanced capabilities to the fullest. Graphy, which can be accessed in the camera’s Manual Mode, gives any shutterbug professional quality photography capabilities. With […]

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Razer Celebrates Team Liquid Dota 2 Win at International 2017

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today celebrated Team Liquid’s Dota 2 first place finish at The International 2017. Team Liquid, the premier esports franchise that is sponsored by Team Razer, won $10.8 million from the largest prize pool ever amassed in global esports history. With a crowdsourced record $24.5 million prize purse, The International continues to stand as the most prestigious esports event for the fourth consecutive year. Matches were held in front of a sold-out audience for the fourth successive time at Seattle’s KeyArena. Over 4.7 million fans watched the competition unfold online on over 10 different live streams around the world. Razer and Team Liquid share the longest running partnership in esports over six consecutive […]

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ASUS ROG Rampage VI X299 Motherboards Debut

The latest generation of high-end desktop motherboards have arrived from Republic of Gamers (ROG) and are more than worth the wait. Based on Intel’s new X299 platform, the ROG Rampage VI Extreme and Rampage VI Apex motherboards are designed to help gamers and enthusiasts get the most out of their PCs. ROG is the leader in motherboard design and innovation. Our engineers tailored the Rampage series for different priorities: the Rampage VI Extreme lives up to its name for drool-worthy dream machines with custom liquid cooling and ultra-fast networking, the Rampage VI Apex unabashedly targets peak game performance and record-breaking overclocking. Shared Innovations Define the ROG X299 Family Both Rampage boards share the same DNA—essential features that enthusiasts in the […]

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Thermaltake Floe Riing RGB Liquid CPU Cooler Launched

Bring the Right Performance and Ambience for Every Gaming Moment Thermaltake is thrilled today to launch the next generation of all-in-one liquid cooling solution – the Floe Riing RGB TT Premium Edition Series. Available in 240mm, 280mm and 360mm, the Floe Riing RGB is the world’s first 16.8 million colors liquid CPU cooler series with extraordinary performance, superior quality and addressable LEDs design. The large surface radiator plus high-performance waterblock and pump delivers the ultimate CPU cooling for gaming or other GPU intense tasks. The waterblock and fans are manufactured with multiple addressable LEDs that can be controlled by the Riing Plus RGB Software. Functions within the software also allow users to monitor fan performance and track CPU temperature. Most […]

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SAPPHIRE Radeon RX Vega 64 Graphics Card Debuts

Brace yourselves, the fastest SAPPHIRE gaming graphics cards are coming! SAPPHIRE Technology has announced the launch of the much-anticipated SAPPHIRE Radeon Vega 64 enthusiast graphics cards. The Vega architecture boasts significant improvements focused on maximizing the performance. Vega cards are designed for enthusiasts seeking top-of-the-chart framerates in games of today and tomorrow – in Ultra details and VR. SAPPHIRE Technology is introducing three Vega-powered models: SAPPHIRE Radeon RX Vega 64 8GB HBM2 Liquid Cooled SAPPHIRE Radeon RX Vega 64 8GB HBM2 SAPPHIRE Radeon RX Vega 64 8GB HBM2 Limited Edition Let’s have a closer look at these new models and the technology that powers them. AMD Radeon Vega architecture Vega is a major evolution of the Radeon graphics architecture, with […]

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G.SKILL Flare-X DDR4 for AMD Ryzen Threadripper Debuts

G.SKILL Announces New DDR4 Specifications for AMD Ryzen Threadripper G.SKILL International Enterprise Co., Ltd., the world’s leading manufacturer of extreme performance memory and gaming peripherals, announces all-new DDR4 specifications and expanding the Flare X series, designed for AMD processors and platforms. Compatible with the new Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors and AMD X399 chipset motherboards, these new DDR4 specifications are designed to achieve high frequency at DDR4-3600MHz 32GB (8GBx4), as well as a massive total capacity at DDR4-2933MHz 128GB (16GBx8). Included in the mix of new quad-channel DDR4 memory kits are DDR4-3200MHz CL14 32GB (8GBx4) and DDR4-3466MHz CL16 32GB (8GBx4). With improved overclocking performance on the latest AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ processors on the X399 chipset, G.SKILL is announcing the DDR4-3600MHz CL16-18-18-38 with […]

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