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The 5 best SteelSeries headsets of 2021

SteelSeries is a Danish company known for its gaming peripherals. It was founded in 2001 and went on to build many groundbreaking products like the world’s first gaming headset and one of the first mechanical gaming keyboards. The brand continues to make some of the most trusted gaming products and has partnerships with esports organizations like Fnatic and FaZe Clan.  The Arctis series of headsets is one of SteelSeries’ more well-known products. Arctis headsets are known for their solid construction and outstanding sound quality. There are currently many models in

A history of gaming mice

When first learning to drive a car, the wheel may not feel familiar, the pedals seem far away, and the stick shift is strange. Over time, these tools become an extension of the driver’s hands and feet. Controlling them becomes second nature. Computer mice are the same for gamers. A mouse is a tool meant to be an extension of the user for more control over the device itself. Its user needs to consciously remember which buttons do which functions, but using the mouse becomes second nature over time.  This

Small but mighty: SteelSeries Prime Mini and Mini Wireless mouse review

After dropping the Prime line of gaming mice in June, SteelSeries once again found itself in the hands of high-profile players like FaZe Clan’s Russel “Twistzz” Van Dulken. Now, SteelSeries is doubling down on the success of the full-sized lineup with a couple of miniature updates to the tried-and-true formula.  The Prime Mini and Prime Mini Wireless successfully downsize the highlights of the original line while making the shape more accessible for certain grip users and those with smaller hands. Nuts and bolts SteelSeries’ Prime Mini line consists of two

Improving on a winning formula: Pwnage Ultra Custom Wireless Symm 2

Pwnage hit it big with the original Ultra Custom Wireless mouse in 2019. The company rode the initial momentum to the creation of the Symm. Now, Pwnage is seemingly borrowing a page out of the Razer Viper Mini’s book and combining it with the tried-and-true Ultra Custom formula to give fans the Ultra Custom Wireless Symm 2.  While the shape is unquestionably inspired by the Razer Viper Mini, the Symm 2 differentiates itself as a Pwnage product with its customizability and improved wireless connection.  Nuts and bolts Photo by Colton

How to use a capture card on console and PC

With so much streaming competition, it’s always wise to put out the best quality content if you want your stream to stand out. One of the ways to improve the quality of a stream is with a capture card. While some streamers have a single PC or console and don’t use capture cards, more advanced streamers often have multiple PCs or connect their console to a PC to add transitions, overlays, and other customizations. What does a capture card do? Capture cards allow users to capture video and audio from

What is PTFE, and what is it used for?

Most gamers have heard the acronym PTFE when referring to mouse feet. PTFE feet have the lowest friction resistance and allow gaming mice to glide smoothly on various surfaces. What may not be common knowledge is that PTFE is a common material used in many household and industrial applications. PTFE stands for polytetrafluoroethylene, which is a type of polymer comprised of carbon and fluorine. It was discovered accidentally by a DuPont employee named Roy J. Plunkett in 1938 while he was conducting an experiment to develop a new refrigerant. During

What is the difference between ANSI and ISO keyboards?

Whether you are trying to find the most comfortable keyboard for work or trying to gain a competitive advantage while gaming, a keyboard layout is as important as the keyboard itself. With so many types of keyboards available today, you will likely come across both ANSI and ISO keyboards. These are two of the most popular keyboard layout types. But what is the difference between ANSI and ISO keyboards? ANSI and ISO keyboards are similar in many ways; however, they have a few key differences in the layout and size

Best Labor Day deals for gaming

Labor Day sales are an excellent opportunity to find some serious savings on gaming products. There will be plenty of sales taking place online that can help you save a significant amount of money when heading into the Fall. If you’re in the market for new gaming gear these Labor Day gaming deals make this the season to take the leap and find what you’ve wanted at a bargain. See our recommendations below. Image by Razer via Amazon SpecificationsThe Razer Blade 15 Advanced Gaming Laptop 2020 is equipped with an Intel

Faker teams up with Razer to design and develop gaming peripherals

The greatest League of Legends player of all time is collaborating with computer hardware and electronics company Razer to design a series of gaming peripherals including a mouse, mouse pad, and a phone case. In the player’s first exclusive sponsorship, three-time world champion Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok will be working with Razer to develop a line of peripherals that will be sold in esports organization T1’s shop in Seoul, Korea.  “It is great to work with Razer again who has maintained its high standards for gaming hardware,” Faker said in a