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Valve reveals handheld console called Steam Deck, opens up reservations for December 2021 shipping dates

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Time Stamp: July 15, 2021 1:09 PM - Modified On: July 15, 2021 - Published By:
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Valve has both confirmed and revealed its plans for a handheld console to compete with the Nintendo Switch. The company introduced the Steam Deck handheld console today. The Steam Deck will be available to reserve in select regions and will begin shipping out in December 2021. This handheld Steam console was announced the same day that Nintendo Switch OLED pre-orders opened up. Reservations open July 16th at 12pm CT. The Steam Deck comes with three different price points, depending on storage size. The 64GB version sells for $399. The 256GB

Best eGPU enclosures

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Time Stamp: July 12, 2021 1:44 PM - Modified On: July 12, 2021 - Published By:
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Upgrading individual PC components is an easy and cost-effective way to increase the longevity of your laptop or PC. External graphics processing unit (eGPU) enclosures house an external graphics card that connects a weaker or obsolete laptop to get the graphics performance of a more powerful machine. Using an eGPU makes it possible to enjoy the latest games on laptops that are not geared toward gaming or power-hungry tasks. But not all enclosures are the same when it comes to available IO ports and power consumption.  All you need to

Reliable performance in need of polish: Dark Matter Collider TKL keyboard review

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Time Stamp: July 9, 2021 5:55 PM - Modified On: July 9, 2021 - Published By:
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Monoprice has been in the consumer electronics business since 2002. The company supplies customers with everything from ethernet cables to headphones and gaming peripherals. In June, Monoprice launched Dark Matter, its new gaming peripheral division. The Collider TKL keyboard is Dark Matter’s attempt to break into the competitive tenkeyless market.  Dark Matter’s Collider TKL is a reliable but plain keyboard. The Collider TKL seems worth its mid-range price tag at one moment, and the next, it doesn’t.  Keep it simple Photo via Colton Deck The Collider is a standard plug-and-play

The best RGB computer cases of 2021

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Time Stamp: July 9, 2021 1:13 PM - Modified On: July 9, 2021 - Published By:
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RGB lighting is a divisive issue among gamers, with some loving it and others finding it too gimmicky. There’s no right or wrong answer, and it comes down to the user’s preferences and how the lighting is applied. Some users prefer bright, head-turning RGB lighting, while others prefer a more discrete ambient lighting effect.  Most case manufacturers add RGB lighting to their cases, and it’s up to the users to decide whether to use it or not. Many cases featuring built-in RGB lighting strips or RGB fans come with headers

Best OLED monitors for gaming

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Time Stamp: June 21, 2021 6:43 PM - Modified On: June 21, 2021 - Published By:
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When it comes to gaming, having a high-performance monitor can be the difference between getting the game-winning kill or ending up on the spectator screen. Choosing the best monitor to fit your gaming needs is one area where many users find themselves struggling. OLED monitors can be a great choice for players looking for high-end displays. These monitors offer excellent response time and color accuracy, making them great for playing some of the latest games on the market. Unfortunately, OLED gaming monitors haven’t really taken off yet, so the available

Best extended battery packs for Nintendo Switch

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Time Stamp: June 14, 2021 12:56 PM - Modified On: June 14, 2021 - Published By:
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The Nintendo Switch comes with a 4,210mAh battery capacity, which translates to between 2.5 to 6.5 hours of playing time. But this figure changes drastically depending on the settings and the game. Once the Switch’s battery dies, it takes around three hours for a full charge. While the short battery life might be fine for couch gamers, it isn’t sufficient for those who play on the go and need more power. An easy way to boost the power on a Nintendo Switch is to pick up an extended battery pack.