27 October 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer Cynosa Chroma Pro RGB Keyboard Revealed

Razer launches entry level, spill-resistant gaming keyboards with full lighting customization and individually backlit keys Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced two new additions to the Razer Cynosa Chroma line, a feature-packed but value-priced family of gaming keyboards complete with the personalization and immersion factors that gamers need. Each Cynosa Chroma keyboard sports soft-cushioned keys for a comfortable and responsive touch experience and a spill-resistant design for durability. It also features individually-backlit RGB keys for a colorfully immersive gaming experience driven by Razer Chroma™ technology. For those who want a step up in aesthetics, the Cynosa Chroma Pro keyboard features 24 customizable lighting zones underneath the base of the keyboard. This “underglow” lighting effect is the […]

1 September 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logitech CRAFT Advanced Keyboard Announced

Advanced Keyboard with Creative Input Dial Sets Standard for Desktop Control Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) announced CRAFT, an advanced keyboard with a creative input dial, setting a new standard for computer keyboards. CRAFT looks and feels better than anything you have typed on and offers a whole new way to immediately access context-specific computing tools with a smart aluminum dial. For example, with a touch, tap or turn you can adjust image brightness, contrast and saturation in Adobe Photoshop, or create and adjust charts in Microsoft Excel®. The creative input dial gives you the ultimate control and input at your desk for precision, efficiency and uninterrupted creative flow. “Our new flagship Logitech CRAFT keyboard is for all creators […]

2 August 20172 August 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition Chroma V2 Keyboard Debuts

The Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition Chroma V2 introduces Razer’s new Instant Trigger Technology, enabling the industry’s fastest response rate for a gaming keyboard Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the launch of the Razer BlackWidow Tournament Edition (TE) Chroma V2, the gaming keyboard of choice for esports players. The Razer BlackWidow TE Chroma V2 is the compact mechanical gaming keyboard built for competitive gamers looking for rapid reaction speeds. The new keyboard boasts Razer’s new Instant Trigger Technology (ITT), enabling industry-leading response times within a gaming keyboard. Upon actuation of a single key, Razer’s ITT cancels any delay between key actuations to provide rapid response from your keyboard to your system. The Razer BlackWidow TE Chroma […]

5 January 2017Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

CHERRY MX Board Silent Keyboard Unveiled

Proven technology meets innovation CHERRY, the specialist for computer input devices, has unveiled the MX Board Silent at CES 2017. This new keyboard is based on the G80-3000, which has proven itself over the years to be precise as well as reliable. CHERRY combines this product with its new MX Silent switches to create a product that will keep keyboard noise in a hectic office space to an absolute minimum. Combining G80-3000 with the latest MX technology The G80-3000 has been one of the most popular mechanical keyboards on the market for decades, having become a true classic. Thanks to a purist feature set, a timeless design and its outstanding precision, the G80-3000 remains a bestseller. To continue its success, […]

9 December 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

GIGABYTE XK700 Xtreme Gaming Keyboard Announced

Taking gaming experience to Xtreme with a wide range of premium gaming gears GIGABYTE, the world’s leading premium hardware brand, today rolled out its entire line of Xtreme Gaming series peripherals and gears, namely the XK700 gaming keyboard, XH300 gaming headsets, XC700W and XC300W PC cases, XTC700 CPU cooler, and XGC300 gaming chair. Designed with GIGABYTE gaming technologies and unique personalized styling, the all new Xtreme Gaming family aims to provide a comprehensive Xtreme Gaming experience in addition to the flagship graphics cards, gaming mouse, and PSU that have been powering the games for many enthusiasts and fans. Via Xtreme Engine utility, one can further sync up RGB lighting to display dynamic yet synchronized color illumination across all RGB-featured Xtreme […]

18 October 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

GAMDIAS HERMES P1, M1 and E1 Combo Keyboards Unveiled

The Most Powerful Gaming Gear on Earth GAMDIAS, the leading gaming brand, today announced the newest entries to its celebrated line-up of floating design keyboards; this keyboard will be available in three variants, HERMES P1, M1 and E1 Combo. Designed for gamers of all level, HERMES P1, M1 and E1 exhibit GAMDIAS’s solid and advanced features: sleek design, ultra-accurate components, and aluminum construction combining for minimalist looks, pinpoint accuracy, and long lasting performance. These new keyboards will be available with GAMDIAS certified switches, all of which have unique contoured keycaps, quick – attach wrist rest for your comfort during gaming sessions and good lighting effects can be directly controlled by the users using the GAMDIAS HERA software or using the […]

24 March 2016Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer BlackWidow X Keyboard Announced

The new Razer BlackWidow X keyboard is a basic minimalist version of the multi-award winning Razer BlackWidow with an exposed military-grade metal top construction and a choice of lower cost Cherry mechanical switches Razer™, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, today announced a new line of mechanical keyboards for gamers, the Razer BlackWidow X series. The new line of keyboards is a pared down minimalist version of the original Razer BlackWidow by removing the protective top cover and exposing the military-grade metal top plate construction that is found inside all current Razer BlackWidow keyboards. The original Razer BlackWidow with the inner metal chassis and additional protective top cover will continue to be sold as a premium […]

11 December 201415 December 2014PeripheralsBy David Shields

Razer Deathstalker Expert Keyboard Review

The Razer Deathstalker Expert has many of the basics needed for a gaming keyboard, such as macro recording, anti-ghosting, 1000mhz polling rate, and a key to disable the windows key while gaming. In this article for Benchmark Reviews , I will give an overview of this keyboard and Razer’s Synapse 2.0 software before delivering my final verdict on the package.

4 December 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Belkin QODE Ultimate Pro and QODE Ultimate Keyboards for iPad Air 2 Announced

New QODE Keyboards Available Exclusively at AT&T and Belkin.com Belkin International, the market leader for tablet accessories, today announced availability of its new keyboards for the iPad Air 2, the award-winning QODE Ultimate Pro Keyboard and the QODE Ultimate Keyboard. Belkin’s most advanced iPad keyboards to date, both keyboards are designed specifically for the iPad Air 2 and are available exclusively at AT&T and Belkin.com. “Our newest flagship keyboard, the QODE Ultimate Pro Keyboard for iPad Air 2 combines durable tablet protection, unparalleled versatility and an upgraded typing experience in one convenient, lightweight package,” said Ana Hory, the director of product management for Belkin’s QODE keyboard business. “It’s a game changer in the iPad accessory market and we are thrilled […]

20 November 20147 January 2015PeripheralsBy Julian Duque

Tesoro Excalibur G7NL Gaming Keyboard Review

If you attended CES earlier this year you might have encountered Tesoro’s booth which featured many of their upcoming products. The recently established company was trying to bring attention as they have just opened their doors to the USA market, with the objective of bringing their unique gaming designs catered for gamers. In this article, Benchmark Reviews takes a look at one of their keyboards, the Tesoro Excalibur.

23 September 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Cooler Master NovaTouch TKL Keyboard Announced

The Ultimate Typing Experience Cooler Master, a leading developer of PC and electronic components and accessories, today announces the NovaTouch TKL, a hybrid capacitive keyboard designed for high speed, extreme accuracy, and total comfort in the ultimate typing experience. See full details on the official product page here. Pure Performance The NovaTouch TKL provides the ultimate typing experience for all – including the eSports professional and the expert typist. To achieve this, the NovaTouch TKL uses a Japanese made hybrid capacitive switch with a uniform 45 gram actuation force and 1mm actuation point. This Cooler Master exclusive switch has an ultra smooth press, a tactile trigger point, and a rapid debounce time. The debounce time is 3x faster than traditional […]

20 August 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Counter Logic Gaming Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth Keyboard Launched

One of the world’s premier eSports teams gets custom-branded Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth keyboard to pair with exclusive Razer mouse Razer™, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, along with Counter Logic Gaming (CLG), a longtime eSports partner and premier North American organization, announced the launch of the new Counter Logic Gaming Razer BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth keyboard. The CLG BlackWidow Ultimate Stealth gaming keyboard continues to give CLG players and fans a customized gaming setup. Late last year, Razer unveiled a limited edition CLG version of its best-selling DeathAdder mouse in the team’s iconic black and white colors. The new keyboard is wrapped in a familiar finish. The team’s logo is imprinted onto a unique two-tone black […]

12 August 201413 September 2014PeripheralsBy Greg Schepers

ROCCAT Ryos MK Pro Mechanical Keyboard Review

ROCCAT is certainly not a newcomer to providing peripherals to gamers; they’ve produced many models of gaming mice, keyboards, headsets, and even gaming laptops. It is the innovators, like the people at ROCCAT, that continue to keep PC gaming more than merely relevant, and Benchmark reviews is proud to bring you this review of ROCCAT’s first mechanical keyboard; the ROCCAT Ryos MK Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. Considering the quality of the entire line of peripherals that ROCCAT has to offer, there is no reason to think that the Ryos MK Pro will be anything but impressive.

18 July 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

CM Storm Devastator Red LED and QuickFire Rapid-i CHERRY MX Blue Keyboards Announced

Cooler Master, a leading creator, innovator and manufacturer of desktop components, mobile accessories, and gaming peripherals, announced today new variants of the Devastator Keyboard and Mouse Combo and QuickFire Rapid-i Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. Red Shift The extremely popular Devastator Keyboard and Mouse Combo is now being supplemented with a Red LED edition. The Devastator precision mouse continues to carry its on-the-fly DPI control settings in its ergonomic shell. The keyboard is durable, comfortable, and features dedicated multimedia control keys for maximum control of your system. Blue Shift Accompanying the CHERRY MX Brown model, the QuickFire Rapid-i is now available with CHERRY MX Blue switches. The new variant is still powered by a 32-bit ARM processor that enables ActivLite Technology, a […]

7 July 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Tt eSPORTS METALCAPS Keyboard Accessory Unveiled

Harden your keyboard for battle! TteSPORTS, the leading expert in professional e-Sports gaming peripherals is releasing the new METALCAPS keyboard accessory. Tt eSPORTS wants to come to the aid of the mechanical keyboard community, by putting the METALCAPS in store shelves and on premium e-tailer websites to offer users a convenient way to mod their mechanical keyboards. The METALCAPS are made with a Zinc alloy for overall durability and a solid feel while typing. The Tt eSPORTS METALCAPS will come in four varieties, as follows: 1. W A S D + Esc key 2. Q W E R + Esc key 3. ↑↓←→ + Esc key 4. 38 keys combination (letters, punctiation, ↑↓←→, and Esc key) Tt eSPORTS METALCAPS will […]

13 June 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logitech Type-S Keyboard for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S Introduced

The New Logitech Type-S Lets you Create, Explore and Say More with your Tablet Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) introduced the Logitech® Type-S, a thin and light protective keyboard case for the new Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5-inch. Featuring a built-in Bluetooth®-enabled keyboard with an optimized layout, well-spaced keys and versatile viewing positions, this keyboard case gives you added functionality and protection for your Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5-inch. “The new Samsung Galaxy Tab S is impressively thin and light, and we designed the Logitech Type-S with that in mind,” said Mike Culver, vice president and general manager of mobility at Logitech. “The keyboard case’s design complements the thin aesthetics of the new tablet, and features Android shortcuts and […]

9 May 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Belkin QODE Thin Type Keyboard for iPad Air Released

Belkin, the market leader for tablet accessories, today announced availability of the QODE Thin Type for iPad Air, one of the thinnest keyboards on the market and the newest addition to the award-winning line of QODE tablet keyboards. Ultra-thin and lightweight, the QODE Thin Type offers unsurpassed portability for productivity on the go. “As smart as it is beautiful, the QODE Thin Type features smart sensing technology that automatically turns the keyboard on or off when open or closed as well as iOS-specific function keys that make typing and engaging with the iPad easier and faster,” said Ana Hory, director of product management for Belkin’s QODE Keyboard line. “Not to be outdone in the looks category, the Thin Type’s anodized […]

8 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logitech Harmony Keyboard Unveiled

New Logitech Harmony Smart Keyboard and Harmony App Feature One-Touch Activities, Plus Closed-Cabinet Control of Game Consoles and Streaming Devices Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) announced the Logitech Harmony® Smart Keyboard, a keyboard and touchpad combination specially designed for controlling streaming media in your living room. This new keyboard simplifies text entry, so you can search for shows, navigate menus and browse the Web on a PC or Mac® connected to your TV or Internet-connected media devices, such as Apple TV®, Roku® or Xbox® One. “Internet-connected and streaming-media devices seem to deliver limitless entertainment options, however their accompanying remotes struggle to keep up with the text entry needed to search for selections,” said Chad Thompson, senior director of worldwide […]

7 March 2014Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Razer Mechanical Switch Keyboard Launched

Tested by top eSports athletes globally, the all-new Razer™ Mechanical Switch has been designed and engineered in-house from the ground up for gaming vs. traditional mechanical keyboard switches designed for typing Razer™, the world leader in entertainment devices and software, today announced the launch of the world’s first mechanical switch designed by Razer specifically for gaming – the Razer Mechanical Switch. While traditional mechanical switches were originally designed for typing, the all-new Razer Mechanical Switches have been designed and engineered from the ground up for gaming. In order to achieve that, Razer decided to go back to the drawing board to completely re-engineer the traditional mechanical switch. After extensive research, Razer’s multi-award winning engineers identified the optimal actuation distance for […]

23 August 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Tt eSPORTS Poseidon Illuminated Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Introduced

The New Ultimate Gaming Weapon By Thermaltake By optimizing the e-Sports culture, Tt eSPORTS, the leading expert in professional e-Sports gaming peripherals, is officially announcing the POSEIDON Illuminated gaming keyboard for sale. Being no stranger to bringing forth well designed gaming keyboards, from membrane to plunger to mechanical types – Tt eSPORTS decided it was time to make a quality Cherry MX gaming keyboard at an extremely affordable price so that more gamers around the world could have the chance to experience a mechanical keyboard. The design was carefully planned, taking no shortcuts in construction and overall function, to bring out a premium backlit mechanical gaming keyboard without the premium price. With a solid ABS body construction, the POSEIDON Illuminated […]

23 August 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E.3 Professional Gaming Keyboard Launched

Twelve Macro Keys and Thirty-Six Programmable Commands Enhance Competitive Gaming Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (“Mad Catz”) (NYSE MKT: MCZ) announced today the shipping of the S.T.R.I.K.E.3 Professional Gaming Keyboard for Windows® PC. Previously announced at E3 in June 2013, the S.T.R.I.K.E.3 is designed with the competitive gamer in mind, featuring a unique membrane key-bed designed to offer the full tactile feedback of mechanical keys but without the excessive noise or the need to ‘bottom out’ the keys. Darren Richardson, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. stated, “The addition of the S.T.R.I.K.E.3 provides us with an eco-system of keyboards cementing our commitment to passionate gamers with a range that meets their budgets and exceeds their expectations,” […]

13 August 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Logitech TK820 Wireless All-in-One Keyboard with Built-in Touchpad Launched

New Space-Saving Design Seamlessly Integrates Typing and Swiping By Logitech Today Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) announced the expansion of its keyboard lineup with the Logitech® Wireless All-in-One Keyboard TK820, a wireless keyboard with a built-in touchpad that lets you type and swipe comfortably together. “We created the Logitech Wireless All-in-One Keyboard TK820 to combine everything you need to control and navigate your computer in one sleek keyboard,” said Charlotte Johs, Logitech global vice president of brand development and portfolio for PC accessories. “This keyboard offers an innovative way to navigate, letting you type, touch and swipe with a single device.” The Logitech Wireless All-in-One Keyboard TK820 has an ultra-slim design that takes up less space on your desk because […]

9 August 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

GX Gaming Manticore Customizable Gaming Keyboard Introduced

Customize Key Backlights in Three Separate Color Zones By Genius GX Gaming, the gaming series of peripheral maker, Genius, today introduces the Manticore, a highly customizable gaming keyboard with mechanical-like keys with a 16 million color backlight palette in 3 separate color zones. Fully Featured Backlit Keys The Manticore outshines the competition thanks to it mechanical-like backlit keys, which are divided into three separate zones, and each zone can be set to a different color. They also feature a 16 million RGB color palette and four brightness levels, helping gamers play at a high level even in low-lighting settings. This wide range of color combined with the three key zones provides virtually unlimited customization options. Macros Made Easy Situated on […]

14 July 201316 April 2018PeripheralsBy Joey Peng

MSI GK-601 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review

Mechanical Keyboards have been a popular item lately for its tactile response and long lasting quality. Numerous manufacturers, including the likes of Corsair and Mad Catz, have all been jumping onto the bandwagon. MSI does as well, bringing us a new mechanical gaming keyboard, the GK-601. In this article, Benchmark Reviews tests performance for the MSI GK-601 macro-enabled mechanical gaming keyboard.

13 July 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard Released

SteelSeries’ Keyboard Delivers The World’s Fastest Response Times Through Superior Design, Low-Profile Keys with an Optimized Layout and Smart Illumination By SteelSeries CHICAGO – July 10, 2013 – SteelSeries, a worldwide leader in professional grade gaming peripherals, today announced the availability of the SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard. Made up of beautiful form and carefully optimized functions, the SteelSeries Apex features unique enhancements to the keyboards layout from low-profile keys, specially designed raised macros rows for quick access, and multiple layers of customization in colors and intensity. With a $99.99 MSRP, the Apex is available now at local retailers in-store, online and in the SteelSeries Web Shop. Active-Zone Illumination The SteelSeries Apex Gaming Keyboard goes beyond just choosing from 16.8 million […]