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Hands-on review: Turtle Beach Command Series KB5 mechanical keyboard
Steam

Hands-on review: Turtle Beach Command Series KB5 mechanical keyboard

A built-in touchscreen and macro keys make this full-sized wired board more useful for gaming and shortcuts, despite its unconventional styling.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Last week
8BitDo Xbox accessories launch in Europe with EU rollout
Gaming

8BitDo Xbox accessories launch in Europe with EU rollout

European gamers will get officially licensed 8BitDo Xbox peripherals in local layouts, with prices starting at GBP £39.99.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Game review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2)
Gaming

Game review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2)

Switch 2 players can finally play the acclaimed JRPG, though the port runs at 30fps and with noticeably softer visuals than on PS5.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • This month
TCL launches flagship OLED+ & Mini LED monitors in UK
Displays

TCL launches flagship OLED+ & Mini LED monitors in UK

The UK launch signals TCL's push into PC displays, with a 32-inch OLED+ model and two Mini LED gaming monitors for different users.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • This month
GXTrust launches two USB microphones for streamers
Gaming

GXTrust launches two USB microphones for streamers

Demand for plug-and-play creator audio is rising, with the three new models pitched at streamers, podcasters and gamers using home setups.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • This month
Gigabyte unveils INFINITY range for 40th anniversary
Displays

Gigabyte unveils INFINITY range for 40th anniversary

Gamers and AI users get a wider choice of hardware as the new range spans motherboards, graphics cards, monitors, laptops and external systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Gigabyte marks 40 years with AI hardware launch at Computex
Edge Computing

Gigabyte marks 40 years with AI hardware launch at Computex

Local AI processing and gaming rigs took centre stage as Gigabyte unveiled new motherboards, graphics cards and laptops for Computex.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • This month
Gigabyte expands AI and gaming PC hardware line-up
Semiconductors

Gigabyte expands AI and gaming PC hardware line-up

Gigabyte has expanded its PC hardware line-up with new AI systems, gaming components and design-focused builds under its Enter Infinity.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Sony sets August launch for wireless fight stick & monitor
Gaming

Sony sets August launch for wireless fight stick & monitor

Gamers will get a premium new PS5 desk setup in August, as Sony rolls out its first wireless fight stick and a 27-inch monitor.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Nvidia expands local AI agents across RTX & DGX PCs
Edge Computing

Nvidia expands local AI agents across RTX & DGX PCs

Privacy-focused local AI agents are moving on-device, as Nvidia and Microsoft add security controls and wider app support to Windows PCs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Nvidia unveils RTX Spark PCs and expands RTX software
Gaming

Nvidia unveils RTX Spark PCs and expands RTX software

More than 1,000 games and apps now support Nvidia's RTX features, as the chipmaker also readies a new compact PC design for AI tasks.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month

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Logitech G expands G3 line with new mouse & keyboard
Bluetooth

Logitech G expands G3 line with new mouse & keyboard

The new range targets gamers seeking premium features at lower prices, with the mouse priced at AUD $149.95 and keyboard at AUD $199.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
GravaStar expands Battle-Worn Yellow range in Australia
Speakers

GravaStar expands Battle-Worn Yellow range in Australia

Australian gamers can now buy matching peripherals in GravaStar's yellow finish, with the full set priced at AUD $1,179.96.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Hands-on review: Gamesir Aimlabs G7 Pro 8K PC wireless esports controller
Gaming

Hands-on review: Gamesir Aimlabs G7 Pro 8K PC wireless esports controller

Serious PC gamers get low-latency wireless play and 8,000Hz polling, plus custom thumbsticks and a charging dock in this Xbox-style pad.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • This month
Consistent launches gaming power supplies in India
Partner Programmes

Consistent launches gaming power supplies in India

Rising demand for gaming and creator PCs in India is boosting the need for stable, efficient power supplies across all price points.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month
Rapoo launches CF Series laptop cooling pads in India
Hybrid & Remote Work

Rapoo launches CF Series laptop cooling pads in India

India's growing laptop accessory market gets three cooling pads priced from INR 2,999, aimed at easing heat and posture strain for users.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month
Rapoo wins innovative keyboards & mice award in India
Hybrid & Remote Work

Rapoo wins innovative keyboards & mice award in India

The honour highlights growing competition in India's peripherals market as buyers seek better support for work, gaming and multi-device use.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month