GamingShogunNuu MiniKey for iPhone 5 Review (Tech)
Nuu has made a lot of people happy with their MiniKey bluetooth keyboard cases for Apple’s iPhone line of smartphones. The people I write of are those who simply cannot get onboard with the virtual keyboard found on touchscreen devices. I know several people like this – my own mother being one. Personally, I don’t have a preference either way – I will use whatever is available. I got a chance to use their MiniKey case for iPhone 5 for a while and have found it to be a nice device that I could live without. I’ll expound… The MiniKey…
Razer Orbweaver Review (Peripheral)
Some years ago, Razer teamed up with Belkin to create the n52te SpeedPad gaming keypad. The device was very successful, and pushed the boundaries of what a gaming keypad could offer gamers. Razer ended up taking over the gaming keypad and released it on its own as the “Nostromo”. Now, Razer is taking the gaming keypad to a whole new level as it has released the “Orbweaver Elite Mechanical Gaming Keypad”. Visually, the Orbweaver looks like an evolved version of its Nostromo predecessor, but the real difference is so much more than looks alone. The Orbweaver features 20 programmable, mechanical…
Gioteck Launches FR-1 PS3 Steering Wheel
JANUARY 23, 2013 – With a new year of gaming brimming with long awaited releases and next generation peripherals, Gioteck aim to emulate the success of their previous PS3 controllers with the release of the FR-1 freedom steering wheel. Packed full of features aiming to offer a more realistic gaming experience, this wheel is set to be one of a kind with a lightweight design and exceptional functionality. Ideal to accompany the biggest racing games including Need for Speed: Most Wanted and the recent F1 2012, the FR-1 PS3 steering wheel possesses the following features for a new era of…
Razer Unveils Sabertooth Xbox 360 Controller
CARLSBAD, Calif. – Jan. 3, 2013 – Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, announced the launch of its Sabertooth Elite Gaming Controller for Xbox 360. The Razer Sabertooth is an extraordinary Xbox 360 controller. Six additional remappable buttons – two at each shoulder of the controller and two removable rocking switches at the bottom – allow gamers to re-bind any choice of buttons on the controller for easy access. A built-in OLED screen is also included, which allows customization of the controller’s many features. Gamers may remap the multi-function buttons, adjust the analog stick’s sensitivity…
Olloclip Lens for iPhone 5 Review (iPhone)
Olloclip has been many an iPhone 4/4S photographer’s best friend thanks to their 3-in-1 iPhone lens system. The company just released the Olloclip for the iPhone 5 and I had to rush out to see if it lives up to the glory that is its predecessor. The Olloclip for iPhone 5 is a “quick-change camera lens”. The unit consists of 3 lenses (housed in aircraft-grade aluminum) connected to a hard plastic mount. Using the Olloclip is very simple as it slides onto the corner of the iPhone 5 nearest its forward-facing camera. The Olloclip holds very well and, despite lots of…
Logitech Ultrathin iPad Keyboard Cover Review (Tech)
Logitech’s new Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for the Apple iPad is a wonderful idea. Part smart cover, part keyboard – this device has a lot going for it. From a design perspective, the Ultrathin Keyboard Cover is a good companion to the iPad. Its chicklet keys are small, but not too small for heavy usage, and users can choose between a white, black, and red model to suit their individual tastes. Our review unit was a black model, which featured a shiny black keyboard face and silver backing which matches the iPad’s aluminum back. Logitech even offers free engraving on the…
Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E. 5 Gaming Keyboard Review
When we looked at the Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E. 7 Gaming Keyboard, the thing that stuck with me was its high price point. It seems that Mad Catz was thinking about this too as they released the little brother to that keyboard, the S.T.R.I.K.E. 5 model. Now that I have tried that unit out, I am in a position to compare the two of them so you don’t have to! Your wallets are welcome. In looks alone, the S.T.R.I.K.E. 5 and 7 keyboards are very similar: each features a modular design with gunmetal colored, heavy plastic components. The lower-budget model can…
Atari Arcade Review (iPad)
I had already been playing Atari Greatest Hits on the iPad and iPhone for a while when the opportunity to try out this peripheral came along so I was more than happy to give it a run to see if it improved the gaming experience. I had grown up in video arcades and had the Atari Computer Gaming System (later to be dubbed the Atari 2600) since it had come out so I had old school memories of gameplay to draw from and a desire to relive them. Setup on the system is as easy as charging the iPad. No…
Thrustmaster Updates Ferrari Challenge Racing Wheel
RENNES, France – October 25, 2012 - Thrustmaster, a world leader in interactive entertainment hardware and accessories, is putting the metal-to-the-metal as they announce their best-selling, mainstream, officially-licensed Ferrari racing wheel has just got even better. With new dual PC/PlayStation®3 electronics, a new pedal set and extra buttons, racing at home is more fun than ever. New additions: The new version of the Ferrari Challenge features significant enhancements designed to boost the racer’s fun, including 3 extra buttons, for even greater control in the latest games. These buttons work in conjunction with a new and improved electronic system to minimize lag and improve…
Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E 7 Gaming Keyboard Review
When Mad Catz announced their S.T.R.I.K.E. 7 gaming keyboard, I initially chuckled in shock. The thing was the most over-the-top gaming keyboard I had ever seen in pictures. Thankfully, the keyboard every bit lives up to its over-the-top looks with its over-the-top performance and features. We were thrilled to get playtime with this monster and hope you will also before making a snap judgment based on looks alone. The S.T.R.I.K.E. 7 is made up of multiple, modular pieces that can be arranged and re-arranged as you wish. There are quite a few configurations possible, depending on your needs. This kind of customization…
NuGuard iPad GripStand and GripBase Review
Newertech was kind enough to send us a review unit of their GripStand and GripBase peripherals for Apple’s iPad tablet. The peripherals are meant to allow users to more easily handle their tablets on the go as well as on the desktop. The GripStand is a half-shell case for your iPad which features a nice, foam cushioned inner-lining for a scratch-free fit. The GripStand’s black plastic shell is rugged and feels like it could stand up to quite an impact. One of the most outstanding features of the GripStand is that it allows the usage of Apple’s propriety SmartCover. Many…
Razer Naga Expert MMO 2012 (Review)
When it comes to buying a mouse people often think “well this is just something my hand will be covering all the time, one is as good as another” and pick up whatever one is on sale or buy on brand recognition alone. I have to admit, I was guilty of it myself: I have first gen G15 gaming keyboard, an amazing SyncMaster XL2370 monitor, and a hand built computer that has a 50 pound case designed to cool your computer like a car that has never overheated even here in the Nevada desert. My mouse was $20, normally $25. …
Razer Unveils BlackShark Gaming Headset
CARLSBAD, Calif.–Razer, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, today announced the addition of a custom headset to its Collector’s Edition gaming peripheral suite. Inspired by tactical aviator headsets and armed with total audio immersion, the Razer BlackShark delivers the full force aural intensity of Battlefield 3, EA and DICE’s military shooter masterwork, the fastest-selling game in EA history. Battlefield 3 is the most physical, dynamic and progressive shooter experience on the market. Now with the Razer BlackShark, gamers will be able to take to the skies feeling like a genuine attack helicopter pilot with complete circumaural ear cups designed…
Steelseries Diablo III Headset and Mouse Review (Hardware)
My computer desk just got a makeover… SteelSeries just sent us an amazing treat… Gamingshogun’s review units for the new Diablo III gaming mouse and headset. It is a privilege and a pleasure to share my thoughts on both of these fine pieces of peripheral hardware after the jump! The Mouse Two peripherals can simply make or break our entire experience with our computers. Those peripherals are the keyboard (which I am tap-tapping away on right now) and the mouse. These two devices are how we interface with the brains of the computer. When one doesn’t feel or work right,…