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Razer Throws Lefties a Special DeathAdder Mouse


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Razer Throws Lefties a Special DeathAdder Mouse Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review It must be tough for a gamer to be left handed in a world full of righties. You can’t really find a decent gaming mouse with an ambidextrous design meaning many lefties had to learn to game with their right hand. Razer has finally unveiled a new gaming mouse designed specifically for these lefties to use.

The DeathAdder Left Hand Edition is the first gaming mouse specifically designed for lefties and uses a 3.5G laser sensor. The mouse has the same features as the other DeathAdder mouse that we have seen before include five programmable buttons, 1000Hz ultrapolling and more. Read more

Posted on Wed, 17 Mar 2010 11:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Razer Commits to Mac Gamers at GDC


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Razer Commits to Mac Gamers at GDC Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Razer has been making some of the coolest gaming peripherals on the market for a long time and the company offered up its first Mac specific gaming mouse back in 2008. Things have been quiet on the Mac gaming front since then.

At GDC this week, Razer reaffirmed its commitment to Mac gamers with the announcement that it would increase support for Mac gamers by issuing drivers for all upcoming Razer products for the Mac system. Read more

Posted on Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:12:30 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Razer Mamba Review


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Razer Mamba Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review The new Razer Mamba gaming mouse looks stunning. Our review partner Digital Trends tested the Mamba and finds it to be better than the Microsoft X8 Mouse.
Quote from the review: "It's a good thing for Microsoft that they sent us the SideWinder X8 wireless gaming mouse before Razer could get its Mamba wireless gaming mouse into our clutches. Read more

Posted on Tue, 12 May 2009 14:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer Carcharias Gaming Headset Review


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Razer Carcharias Gaming Headset Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Razer Carcharias Gaming headset.
Quote from the review: "We tested Razer's Carcharias gaming headset immediately after we finished our review of Logitech's G35 headset, which is also largely targeted at gamers. As we unpacked the former, two things surprised us: Its light weight and the fact that it relies on analog connections to your PC's line-out and mic-in jacks. Read more

Posted on Tue, 7 Apr 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer and Raptr Partner for Gaming Social Networking


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Razer and Raptr Partner for Gaming Social Networking Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review When it comes to gaming peripherals like mice, keyboards, headphones and more one of the biggest names in the industry is Razer. The company has some great products and gamers often choose its wares for their play.

Razer and a new company called Raptr have teamed up to add a social aspect to PC gaming with a new program billed as the first social platform that allows users to know is real-time what games their friends are playing across multiple platforms. The Raptr program also allows users to join the Raptr community. Read more

Posted on Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Razer Moray Gaming Headphones Review


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Razer Moray Gaming Headphones Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are looking at the Razer Moray gaming headphones. The headphones use passive noise cancelling technology and feature an in-ear design.

The headphones fit any device using a 3.5mm headphone jack. A carry case and airline adapter is included as well. Read more

Posted on Fri, 7 Nov 2008 10:30:21 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Razer Megalodon and Moray Headphones Introduced


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Razer Megalodon and Moray Headphones Introduced Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Razer has announced a pair of new gaming headphones called the Moray and the Megalodon. The Megalodon retails for $149.99 and features full 7.1 surround sound and a mic. The frequency response for the headphone is 20- 20,000 Hz and the mic features a unidirectional pickup pattern. Razer uses its new Maelstrom Audio Engine promising to process audio algorithm up to 800% faster than HRTF virtual surround technology.

The Moray is an in-ear style gaming headset that offers noise isolation as well. The Moray is suitable for gaming or music listening on the go. The Moray connects via a standard 3.5mm mini-jack making them suitable for most gaming devices. Pricing for the Moray is $39.99 and the frequency response is 20 to 11000 Hz. Both headphones will be available in Q4 2008. Read more

Posted on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard Review


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Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review OCModShop tested the Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard and published a review.

Quote from the review: "PC keyboard technology has remained pretty much the same in its 30-year existence, so why is it that there are scores of new models coming out every year? I personally have gone through the rise and fall of the first IBM "tank" keyboards, quiet keyboards, ergonomic keyboards, media keyboards, and the latest gaming keyboards. Read more

Posted on Sat, 10 May 2008 16:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer Piranha Gaming Communicator Review


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Razer Piranha Gaming Communicator Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Bigbruin tested the Razer Piranha Gaming Communicator and published a review.

Quote from the review: "Gaming is where this headset shined. While the Piranha is not a surround sound headset, it did exhibit a great stereo environment. Read more

Posted on Tue, 29 Apr 2008 16:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer Destructor Mousepad Review


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Razer Destructor Mousepad Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review DV Hardware tested a new mouse pad for gamers named after an ant. This review is about the Razer Destructor gaming mousepad.

Quote from the review: "With their new Destructor mousepad Razer continues its tradition of naming products after animals. Their mice are named after dangerous snakes, their keyboards after spiders and this new gaming mousepad is named after the Gigantiops Destructor ant. Read more

Posted on Sat, 29 Mar 2008 04:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Yet another Razer Lachesis Review


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Yet another Razer Lachesis Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Shane published a Razer Lachesis Review already last year. Today our review partner Digital Trends also tesed the 4000dpi sensitive mouse.

Quote from the review: "The Lachesis is the world’s largest pit viper snake, and the word means “Bringer of Silent Death” in Latin, according to Razer. In reality it brings comfortable mousing to both left-and-right handed gamers, but that’s a decidedly less sexy tagline. Read more

Posted on Tue, 25 Mar 2008 04:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer Launches Entry Level Salmosa Gaming Mouse


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Razer Launches Entry Level Salmosa Gaming Mouse Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Razer announced a new entry level gaming mouse at CeBIT today called the Salmosa. The Salmosa is billed as the lightest mouse in its class and is priced at $39.99, making it the cheapest gaming mouse in the Razer line.

The mouse uses an 1800 dpi optical sensor, 1000Hz ultrapolling, mechanical polling and dpi rate switches, On-the-Fly sensitivity adjustment, Always-on mode and large non-slip buttons. The size of the mouse is 115mm long x 63mm wide x 37mm high. Availability is set for Q3 2008. Read more

Posted on Tue, 4 Mar 2008 12:41:02 CST | by Shane McGlaun

I4U Review Round-Up: New Apple TV, Razer Boomslang, Optoma HD80


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I4U Review Round-Up: New Apple TV, Razer Boomslang, Optoma HD80 Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Our review team has tested several interesting products again this week. Apple released a new firmware for the Apple TV enabling online video rental. Shane tried it out right away and published this Apple TV review.

Our review partner tested the interesting Optoma HD80 projector. Read more

Posted on Sun, 17 Feb 2008 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer Boomslang Collector's Edition 2007 Gaming Mouse Review


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Razer Boomslang Collector's Edition 2007 Gaming Mouse Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are looking at the Razer Boomslang Collector’s Edition 2007 gaming mouse. This mouse is a reissue of the original Razer Boomslang that put Razer on the map as a maker of fantastic gaming peripherals.

If you are used to high sensitivity laser gaming mice like the Logitech G9 or the Razer Lachesis you may find the 1800 dpi of the Boomslang to be lacking. Gamers preferring optical mice to laser mice will love the Boomslang. Read more

Posted on Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:09:45 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Razer Destructor Gaming Mouse Pad Review


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Razer Destructor Gaming Mouse Pad Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are looking at the latest mouse pad from Razer called the Destructor. Razer promises much improved tracking for both optical and laser gaming mice when used with the Destructor.

Other interesting features are a zippered carrying case and a full rubber non-slip base on the bottom of the Destructor. This will be a great mouse pad for those who go to LAN parties frequently. Read more

Posted on Tue, 15 Jan 2008 08:44:04 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Razer Mako 2.1 Advanced Desktop Audio Gaming Speakers Review


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Razer Mako 2.1 Advanced Desktop Audio Gaming Speakers Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are looking at the new Razer Mako 2.1 THX-certified desktop speakers. These speakers use touch sensitive controls and sound fantastic.

The Mako speakers can also be used with a second input source via RCA outputs such as your DVD player our TV. This is one great set of speakers. Read more

Posted on Thu, 3 Jan 2008 09:19:15 CST | by Shane McGlaun

I4U Review Round-up: Rock Band PS3, Razer, OPPO


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I4U Review Round-up: Rock Band PS3, Razer, OPPO Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Despite the holidays we have been busy testing new gear and gadgets.

Shane formed a band and tested the new Rock Band Special Edition for Sony PS3. His verdict: "This may be one of the best group games or party games ever made. However, a single player can have a fantastic time playing alone. Rock Band Special Edition is very fun, very entertaining and one of the best PS3 games ever made." Read more

Posted on Sat, 29 Dec 2007 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer Piranha Gaming Headphones Review


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Razer Piranha Gaming Headphones Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are looking at the new Razer Piranha gaming headphones. These sleek headphones are much smaller than the Razer Barracuda surround sound headphones.

The Piranha headphones feature a noise-filtering mic and are comfortable to wear for extended periods. Most importantly to gamers, the Razer Piranha headphones sound great for gaming, music and movies. Read more

Posted on Thu, 27 Dec 2007 07:31:46 CST | by Shane McGlaun

I4U Review Round-up: Insignia, Oakley, Razer


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I4U Review Round-up: Insignia, Oakley, Razer Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Once again we have been very busy testing gadgets, computers, and electronics for you over the past week.

Shane tested a bunch of stuff from Best Buy's Insignia brand: Insignia NS-BTHDP Bluetooth headset, Insignia Pilot MP3 player, and Insignia Compact Shelf System. Read more

Posted on Sat, 22 Dec 2007 13:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer DeathAdder Mouse


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Razer DeathAdder Mouse Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Razer DeathAdder Mouse.

Quote from the review: "The Razer DeathAdder is a fairly straight-forward, no-nonsense gaming mouse with just five buttons and a cool blue glowing mouse wheel. Read more

Posted on Wed, 19 Dec 2007 14:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard Review


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Razer Lycosa Gaming Keyboard Review Technology News, Electronics Buy Guide and Gadget Review Today we are looking at the Razer Lycosa gaming keyboard. This is Razer’s latest gaming keyboard and features full, adjustable backlighting. The Lycosa complements the Razer Lachesis well.

If you need a gaming keyboard that can pull double duty for gaming and general computer work, the Razer Lycosa can do the job. The keytops are non-slip as well so you can game for long periods with fewer errors. Read more

Posted on Thu, 6 Dec 2007 07:47:54 CST | by Shane McGlaun