Today, Logitech G, a brand of Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) and leading innovator of gaming technologies and gear, announced the Logitech G PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Keyboard, a compact, professional-grade keyboard that liberates valuable space to meet the evolving needs of pro-gamers.
Pro esports athletes demand the absolute best equipment to improve their competitive play. The 60 percent keyboard form factor has become increasingly popular among pros because it leaves more space for the dynamic mouse movements required for pro-level FPS competition. A 60 percent keyboard is easier to position perfectly for maximum performance, easily fitting into their competition space, and it’s also easier for players to carry to and from tournaments.
“The PRO X 60 is the perfect fit for players who need a keyboard that can adapt to any setup and condition. It’s also super easy to carry around when traveling. I love it.” said Michaela ‘mimi’ Lintrup, G2 Esports, Valorant.
While smaller format keyboards are great for competitive play, they can lack critical keys that some pro players need. To solve this, the PRO X 60 introduces an innovative new technology, KEYCONTROL, to provide gamers with customization capabilities far beyond what a standard keyboard delivers.
“We have years of experience designing and building keyboards and switches for and with pro gamers,’ stated Brent Barry, Head of Esports and PRO Series at Logitech G. “Through our unique collaboration with players, we gathered important insights that played a key role in our design of the PRO X 60 and highlighted the need for KEYCONTROL. This new capability has everything a Pro player could want: a compact, portable form factor, combined with advanced new technologies all designed to give them the equipment and performance they need to win.”
KEYCONTROL was developed to broaden the keyboard’s capabilities beyond that of a standard full-sized keyboard. A user-friendly tool enabled in GHUB, KEYCONTROL grants players significantly more customization options by allowing them to assign up to 15 functions per key and tailor their keyboard to their unique style. When combined with G-SHIFT, an advanced feature that players can assign to almost any button (like a mouse side button to an action), players can activate the new layer of keys and get quick access to any key or command directly under their left hand and WASD keys, or any other programmable key on the keyboard. This means the missing critical keys are right where you need them, ensuring lightning-fast access to essential commands and propelling gamers to victory.
“I love the original PRO keyboard, but now that my game has evolved, I wanted something smaller to allow for more space on my desktop for my mouse without losing all the key functions,” said Emma “Emy” Choe, FlyQuest RED, CounterStrike 2, “Now that I have the PRO X 60 with KEYCONTROL, I have more room for flick shots, all while being able to tailor my layout so I don’t miss any keys. I can’t wait to use this in competition.”
The PRO X 60 also features the trusted performance and reliability of Logitech G’s LIGHTSPEED wireless technology. LIGHTSPEED wireless was designed to be as fast as wired but also extremely robust, even in the most difficult environments.
When a pro player competes at a tournament, thousands of people often surround them with RF-generating devices such as mobile phones, production cameras, and various networks. Logitech tests LIGHTSPEED in a cutting-edge anechoic chamber that generates equivalent radio frequency interference to ensure our LIGHTSPEED wireless protocol functions flawlessly. Pro players can trust that their clicks and swipes will be registered precisely, enabling them to perform at their best.
“It’s super important to have a reliable and fast connection when you’re competing because you want to have the least amount of input lag possible when you’re in a competitive scenario. Having a really fast wireless connection can be the difference between winning and losing at the highest level,” said Evan “Verhulst” Verhulst, TSM, Apex Legends.
The PRO X 60 is available with GX Optical switches in both tactile and linear configurations, offering faster actuation than standard mechanical switches for faster gameplay. Unlike mechanical switches, GX Optical actuates through the power of light, instantly sending your command, eliminating the debounce required by mechanical switches. With precision and speed, the signal is unleashed the moment you engage. The switches are also factory-lubricated and designed to provide a satisfying gaming and typing experience.
Additional features in the PRO X 60 keyboard include:
Dual-shot PBT keycaps
LIGHTSYNC RGB lighting
Game mode switch
Volume roller and media controls
Bluetooth
2:1 LIGHTSPEED Adapter
Semi-hard carrying case
Pricing and Availability
Available in Black, White, and Pink, the PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Keyboard is available for pre-order now at LogitechG.com for $179 US and €229. It will be available from major participating retailers in late April. For more information, please visit LogitechG.com.
After three decades and thousands of fan petitions, the original creators of the award-winning science-fiction action-adventure game Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters are back in the starship for the epic space saga’s long-awaited continuation: Free Stars: Children of Infinity.
Free Stars: Children of Infinity is a direct sequel to The Ur-Quan Masters — the sci-fi cult classic that’s been titled “one of the greatest games of all time” and inspired countless other creators in the video game industry, including the visionaries behind celebrated space games such as Mass Effect, No Man’s Sky, and Stellaris.
Developer Pistol Shrimp™ Games’ founding members Paul Reiche III and Fred Ford (the original founders of Toys for Bob) return to the wondrous galaxy they created to bring a classic space-faring adventure to the modern era — with a retro aesthetic, arcade-style space combat, and a rich player-driven story. Free Stars: Children of Infinity continues the legacy of Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters®, allowing fans to finally witness a galaxy liberated by the eclectic Alliance of Free Stars.
Set three years after the defeat of the Ur-Quan hierarchy and its Sa-Matra battle platform, a new discovery draws the captain into an old mystery. Hope and conflict continue to be at odds in the universe, and a new threat surfaces that may change everything.
As the newest captain in the Alliance of Free Stars, players will load up their starmap and explore a massive, living universe with hundreds of star systems and thousands of planets. As they navigate these many worlds, they’ll meet alien species whom they can befriend (or offend due to their human ignorance), uncover untold aspects of the story with each new discovery, and collect resources to upgrade their starships and fleets. Players needn’t face the various hazards and creatures of the galaxy alone; Free Stars: Children of Infinity will support online cooperative play among friends, plus competitive PvP Super Melee matches.
Free Stars: Children of Infinity heads to Kickstarter on April 16, 2024, to fund its continued development. Intrepid galactic adventurers can learn more about Free Stars: Children of Infinity and sign up for a Kickstarter launch notification by going to https://freestarsgame.com/kickstarter.
Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters® was released for free on Steam in February 2024.
CRKD™, the premium collectible brand behind the award-winning Nitro™ Deck, NEO S™ and recently announced Nitro™ Deck+, announced today a creative collaboration with Dark Horse Comics®, bringing the beloved Hellboy™ series of comics to life via a stunning range of themed Nitro Deck and NEO S themed controllers.
Overseen by Hellboy creator Mike Mignola, the special-edition range has been meticulously crafted to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Hellboy with artwork sourced from the comic book Omnibus Volume 1, Seed of Destruction, by Mike Mignola and John Byrne, immortalizing key moments from the Great Beast’s history.
A tribute to the timeless legacy of the eponymous half-demon, the Nitro Deck Hellboy Special Edition for Nintendo® Switch™ and OLED Switch™ reimagines handheld gaming, eliminating stick drift forever, while enhancing accuracy, responsiveness, and precision. Elevating the Switch aesthetic via jaw-dropping artwork, the Nitro Deck Hellboy Special Edition is sure to be adored by any Hellboy fan.
The ideal companion to the Nitro Deck, the NEO S Hellboy Special Edition for Nintendo Switch, PC, Mobile & Smart TV Gaming, uses the entire footprint of the NEO S to display the intricately detailed artwork of the iconic comic series. Included in pack, the Hellboy themed Charging Dock proves that the NEO S Hellboy Special Edition is no mere controller, serving as both a statement piece of gaming hardware and true work of art.
Both the Nitro Deck Hellboy Special Edition and the NEO S Hellboy Special Edition have been designed to fully integrate with the CRKD ‘True Collection System’ a free mobile App for iOS™ and Android® which will register the product number and rarity ranking of your hardware into your personal secure collection, adding to your bragging rights and giving instant oversight to all your CRKD gaming gear.
Commenting on the creative collaboration, Greg Baverstock, VP of Global Business Development for CRKD said, “Hellboy is an enduring legend in entertainment, loved by millions of fans worldwide. A testament to the talent and imagination of creator Mike Mignola, we’re elated to be partnering with a true icon in the first of a planned series of creative collaborations around our range of premium collectible gaming gear. Working in tandem with Dark Horse Comics and Mike Mignola, we believe we’re doing justice to the 30th anniversary of Hellboy and elevating our controllers to even greater heights.”
To further celebrate this landmark anniversary, CRKD is teaming up with Dark Horse Comics to give away a Nitro Deck Hellboy Special Edition and a NEO S Hellboy Special Edition, each signed by creator Mike Mignola. Running for eight weeks only, fans wishing to enter to win can visit: https://go.crkd.gg/hbsweepstakes.
The full list of features for the Nitro Deck Hellboy Special Edition and the NEO S Hellboy Special Edition can be found here: https://go.crkd.gg/hellboy.
The Nitro Deck Hellboy Special Edition and the NEO S Hellboy Special Edition are available today for pre-order, with both products retailing for: $59.99 / €69.99 / £59.99. Both collectible controllers are expected to begin shipping from June 2024.
Pre-order the Hellboy Special Edition Nitro Deck or NEO S Hellboy Special Edition today at: https://go.crkd.gg/hellboy
For more information about the Special Edition Hellboy Range and all CRKD controllers, please visit: https://crkd.gg
Nightmarish creatures stalk your every step in Harvest Hunt, the new horror title from Villainous Games Studio and Neonhive Games, releasing on May 22nd on Steam.
For those brave enough to delve into the terrors that lurk in the shadows, a free demo is available as part of the Lovecraftian Days on Steam this weekend.
Take up the Warden’s mantle as you attempt to safeguard the isolated village of Luna Nova by gathering the resources the villagers need to survive. Navigate the hellish maze of farmlands and forge your arsenal from Destiny’s Whispers, a tarot-inspired deck imbued with skills and tools, to survive the night and avoid the watchful eye of the Devourer who stalks the land.
You alone are the village’s architect of survival. But there are secrets hidden in the depths of Luna Nova. A true tapestry of terror is woven through the village’s history and the people trapped there – and every Warden has their own cross to bear.
Delve into a narrative steeped in dark European folklore and experience a realm where horror, survival, and strategy intertwine in this gripping odyssey of fear.
Thrustmaster is thrilled to unveil its new add-on wheel rim: EVO Racing 32R Leather. Featuring a round rim (12.6 inches / 32 cm in diameter), this wheel is perfect for all rally racing fans keen to drive on the edge — and for all versatile drivers looking for top-tier performance in all racing disciplines.
EVO Racing 32R Leather features paddle shifters with magnetic sensors, for precise activation. The paddle shifters are long and curved, for optimal accessibility that lets you stay firmly in control, throughout even the most intense moments in your races. All essential controls are right at your fingertips: 25 action buttons in total, including 4 rotary encoders and an ergonomic D-pad, plus 7 LEDs to display RPM and racing information.
The brushed-aluminum central faceplate gives EVO Racing 32R Leather excellent rigidity while maintaining its lightweight construction. The wheel rim’s leather wrapping, embellished with yellow kryptonite stitching, ensures comfortable handling and adds a modern, distinctive touch to its look. It’s a premium design that combines performance, comfort and eye-catching aesthetics.
EVO Racing 32R Leather is compatible with all existing and future Thrustmaster Force Feedback racing wheel bases — and its weight (just 2.9 lb / 1,300 g) lets you really get the most out of every base’s power.
With this new add-on wheel rim, Thrustmaster is proud to usher in the EVO Racing range with its own ecosystem centered on its detachable hub, which can be combined with wheel rims and paddle shifters of different shapes and sizes (available at a later date). You’ll want to take full advantage of this scalable and customizable solution to suit all racing styles.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR PERFORMANCE
Drive on the edge with EVO Racing 32R Leather — a round wheel rim (12.6 inches / 32 cm in diameter) with a versatile design, perfect for dominating in rally special stages and many other types of racing simulation.
Take on the toughest circuits at top speed: thanks to their long, curved shape, the paddle shifters are easy to access in all circumstances and are equipped with magnetic sensors for precise activation.
PERFECT BALANCE
Feel the road directly in your hands whether on asphalt, snow or dirt with this slim and lightweight (2.9 lb / 1,300 g) leather-wrapped wheel rim, providing outstanding comfort and pure sensations.
Adjust the thumb button modules according to your preferences, for optimal grip.
PREMIUM, SPORTY DESIGN
Enjoy a high-quality design, employing premium materials including brushed aluminum for the central faceplate, giving EVO Racing 32R Leather excellent rigidity while maintaining its lightweight construction. The wheel rim’s leather wrapping, embellished with yellow kryptonite stitching, ensures a durable fit and really lets you stand out thanks to its modern style
DETACHABLE EVO HUB
Switch up your racing experience with the new EVO Racing range. Set your own rules by combining the detachable central hub with wheel rims and paddle shifters of different shapes and sizes (available at a later date) to dominate any racing circuit in the vehicle and discipline of your choice.
TOTAL CONTROL
Stay in control in your races with the EVO Racing hub’s 25 action buttons, including 4 rotary encoders* and an ergonomic D-pad. Its 7 LEDs* provide racing information and revolutions per minute, allowing you to switch between two modes to adapt to the engine speed specific to different types of vehicles.
MAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY
Access the entire Thrustmaster ecosystem: two Quick Release holders are included, making EVO Racing 32R Leather compatible with all existing and future Thrustmaster Force Feedback racing wheel bases on PS5™ and PS4™, Xbox Series® and Xbox One®*, and PC (Windows® 10 and 11).
*On Xbox Series and Xbox One: some features (encoders, LEDs, number of buttons) are limited by the console’s protocol.
Commercial information
EVO Racing 32R Leather is available at a suggested retail price of £269.99 / $299.99 / €299.99, for worldwide release:
DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today introduces three groundbreaking products that revolutionize the filmmaking and content creation landscape. The DJI RS 4, a lightweight commercial stabilizer, redefines vertical shooting with enhanced efficiency and stabilization performance, empowering solo cinematographers to capture grand scenes effortlessly. The DJI RS 4 Pro flagship stabilizer seamlessly integrates with the DJI PRO ecosystem, offering a solution that combines stabilization, transmission, monitoring, focusing, and control, thereby expanding creativity. Finally, the DJI Focus Pro, the industry’s first independent Automated Manual Focus (AMF) lens control system, ushers in a new era of collaborative focus control, providing cinematographers with a robust tool to realize their creative visions with ease and precision.
“This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Ronin Series, and the evolving needs of creators are always at the forefront of our product development,” stated Paul Pan, Senior Product Line Manager at DJI. “With the latest DJI RS 4 and RS 4 Pro stabilizers, we’ve integrated the feedback we have been gathering from industry professionals over the past decade to drive innovation, ultimately optimizing the design, stabilization, and gimbal control for next generation tools that are unparalleled in efficiency and reliability. Additionally, DJI Focus Pro, our inaugural independent Automated Manual Focus lens control system, marks a significant leap forward in providing cutting-edge LiDAR technology, once exclusive to the DJI PRO ecosystem, to more creators.
DJI RS 4: Gripping Storytelling
Powerful Stabilization
DJI RS 4 possesses an exceptional payload capacity, boasting a lightweight body capable of carrying up to 3kg (6.6lbs) of mainstream mirrorless camera and lens combinations for comfortable handling and robust power. With an extended tilt axis by 8.5mm, compared to its predecessor, the RS 4 provides even larger balancing space, accommodating additional accessories like ND filters, enhancing creative possibilities. Featuring a 4th-gen stabilization algorithm meticulously optimized for various scenarios, the RS 4 strikes a balance between stabilization strength and camera movement, ensuring excellent performance and an enhanced user experience. Paired with the high-capacity battery grip, it offers approximately 2.5 times longer runtime1, ensuring uninterrupted filming sessions for capturing grand scenes with ease.
Additionally, it offers improved stability in vertical shooting, effortlessly steadying dynamic scenes like running or low-angle shots.
Efficient Quick Launch
The DJI RS 4, features second-generation native vertical shooting2 with a redesigned gimbal horizontal plate for seamless transitions to vertical shooting, enhancing efficiency in video creation. The upgraded automated axis locks enable quick start-up, transitions, and storage, with minimized gimbal shakes. With a Teflon™ coating on all three axes, the RS 4 offers smoother balancing, while a fine-tuning knob allows precise adjustments when switching cameras or lenses. Further, an automatic screen lock feature on the OLED touchscreen prevents accidental touches and conserves battery power.
Enabling Professional Creation
Designed to elevate solo content creation with professional-grade features borrowed from DJI PRO products, the DJI RS 4 ensures superior performance and efficiency. With Bluetooth wireless control, the RS 4 enables remote camera shutter and lens zoom control3 using Dual-Mode Bluetooth technology, seamlessly pairing with cameras for effortless reconnection. When paired with the DJI Focus Pro Motor4, it allows smooth focus and lens zoom adjustments, enhancing lens control at a motor speed that is 30% faster5. The new Joystick Mode Switch allows quick switching between joystick modes for zoom or gimbal control, further enhancing the user experience and efficiency on set. The customizable trigger function offers FPV mode for dynamic shooting perspectives, while the gimbal mode switch facilitates quick toggling between various modes to adapt to diverse shooting requirements. Additionally, it includes intelligent features such as Motionlapse, Track, and Panorama, empowering creators with versatile shooting capabilities.
Robust Accessory Ecosystem
The DJI RS 4 features an RSA communication port for enhanced connectivity with accessories like the DJI RS Tethered Control Handle and third-party options6, allowing flexible shooting setups tailored to creative needs. With the DJI RS SDK protocol, third-party developers can customize functions for the RS 4, expanding its versatility for diverse shooting requirements. Additionally, the RS 4 is compatible with the new BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip, extending runtime to 29.5 hours7, with a 2.5 hour charge time8, and supporting power delivery to cameras and accessories via USB-C. For integrated shooting experiences, the RS 4 supports the DJI Ronin Image Transmitter, offering high-definition live feeds and remote-control capabilities. Complemented by an extensive accessory ecosystem, including the RS BG30 Battery Grip and RS Focus Motor, the RS 4 empowers cinematographers with advanced functionality and seamless integration for solo and small crew productions.
DJI RS 4 Pro: Transcend Potential
Packed With Capabilities
Thanks to reliable carbon fiber design, DJI RS 4 Pro provides an impressive 4.5kg (10lbs) payload capacity, ideal for mainstream mirrorless and cinema camera setups. Offering Teflon™ coating with dual rolling bearings on the roll axis and a tilt axis fine-tuning knob, the RS 4 Pro ensures smooth, precise, and millimeter-level adjustments. Enhanced features also include second-generation native vertical shooting capability, an auto-lock OLED touchscreen, and improved axis locks for reduced gimbal shakes, elevating efficiency and performance for cinematographers.
Excellent Stability, Exceptional Standards
Featuring a 20% increase9 in motor torque across all axes for enhanced power redundancy, RS 4 Pro ensures precise and responsive tracking even with heavy cameras and accessories. With the addition of Car Mount mode, the stabilizer optimizes its algorithm for vehicle shoots, guaranteeing steady capture in shaky conditions. Coupled with the fourth-generation RS stabilization algorithm, the RS 4 Pro strikes a superior balance between strength and tactile feel, delivering exceptional stabilization performance and stability for dynamic scenes.
Master of Versatility
The DJI RS 4 Pro transforms solo cinematography with cutting-edge features tailored for efficient shooting. Leveraging the DJI Focus Pro LiDAR Autofocus system, including the Focus Pro LiDAR10 and Focus Pro Motor11, cinematographers benefit from precise LiDAR autofocus, enhancing control in dynamic shooting scenarios. With an impressive 76,800 ranging points, a leap of 77%12, the RS 4 Pro sharpens human subject edge detection while effectively reducing focus hunting. The gimbal also offers a maximum human subject focusing distance of 20m13], approximately three times that of the previous generation5. Additionally, the Next-Gen ActiveTrack Pro utilizes advanced AI algorithms and LiDAR technology to ensure steadfast subject tracking, even in challenging conditions. Dual Focus & Zoom Motors, combined with the DJI Focus Pro Motor, provide native and precise lens control14.
The remote-control system enables seamless collaborative shooting, allowing for remote gimbal operation and intelligent focus assistance. In collaborative team shooting, the gimbal operator can control the RS 4 Pro gimbal through devices such as the DJI Master Wheels, DJI Ronin 4D Hand Grips, and DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor. Meanwhile, the focus puller can enable LiDAR Waveform on the High-Bright Remote Monitor for intelligent focus assistance15, precisely controlling focus using the Focus Pro Hand Unit. Whether capturing intricate motion lapses, tracking subjects with precision, or exploring panoramic landscapes, the DJI RS 4 Pro enables cinematographers to achieve their vision with confidence.
Extended Battery Runtime for Exceptional Performance
The DJI RS BG70 High-Capacity Battery Grip elevates the performance of the RS 4 Pro with extended battery runtime of up to 29 hours[16]. Equipped with PD fast charging capability, it can reach a rapid full charge in just 2.5 hours[17], ensuring uninterrupted filming sessions. Additionally, the grip supports powering cameras and accessories with up to 18 watts via the USB-C port, offering exceptional versatility and convenience for prolonged shoots.
Enhanced Ecosystem
The DJI RS 4 Pro introduces an advanced control ecosystem, elevating the DJI PRO lineup’s production capabilities. Seamlessly integrated with the DJI Focus Pro lens control system, cinematographers gain access to comprehensive control over focus, iris, and zoom. With DJI Focus Pro LiDAR to DJI Transmission Cable Hub, seamless integrated setting and power supply could be achieved. DJI RS 4 Pro can power the Focus Pro LiDAR and DJI Video Transmitter simultaneously. This not only simplifies setup but also enhances efficiency during shoots, ensuring uninterrupted communication and transmission of high-quality footage. The RS 4 Pro also supports various handheld configurations18 and professional solutions through the DJI RS SDK protocol, enabling innovative solutions for car mounts, jibs, Steadicams, cable cams, and sliders, ensuring versatile and efficient creative workflows for cinematographers.
DJI Focus Pro: Feel the Focus
LiDAR Focusing, Now Accessible to All
DJI Focus Pro is DJI’s first independent LiDAR focus system available to all cinematographers, enabling a wide user base to explore creative focusing possibilities. The all-new DJI Focus Pro Grip offers exceptional versatility with a 2.5-hour system power supply, intuitive visual operations, auto-calibration and data storage for 15 lenses, and Bluetooth connectivity for seamless start/stop recording. Equipped with a full-color touchscreen, the Grip allows operators to adjust LiDAR and motor parameters while providing a real-time view from the LiDAR’s perspective, ensuring complete awareness during use.
With advanced features like an extended human-subject focus distance of 20 meters19, approximately three times that of the previous generation20, and a super-wide focus field of view of 70°, the LiDAR system offers more accurate and stable focusing capabilities with wider coverage. Boasting 76,800 ranging points and a refresh rate of 30 Hz, the upgraded LiDAR enhances human-subject edge detection while minimizing focus hunting, ensuring reliable focus even in fast-moving scenarios. Focus Pro’s enhanced intelligent autofocus functionalities, including AF subject recognition and tracking, adjustable focus speed, and selectable focus area modes, provide users with easier control over focusing, catering to diverse shooting scenarios. The modular design of the Focus Pro system, comprising LiDAR, Motor, Grip, and Hand Unit modules, offers flexibility to both solo projects and more advanced productions, empowering diverse users to achieve focusing freedom in various shooting scenarios.
AMF, Human-Machine Collaboration
DJI Focus Pro revolutionizes focus control with the groundbreaking AMF mode, available in both the Hand Unit and Grip, setting a new standard for human-machine collaboration. With AMF focus transition and AMF focus lock, it provides tactile feedback and millisecond-level switching between manual and auto focus, catering to diverse creative demands and ensuring seamless integration of technology and human intuition. Additionally, the DJI Focus Pro LiDAR empowers cinematographers with intuitive spatial understanding by using LiDAR waveform as focus assistance, enhancing their ability to capture scenes with precision.
FIZ Lens Control, Master the Scene
The Magnetic Damping FIZ Hand Unit revolutionizes focus, iris, and zoom control for focus pullers, enhancing teamwork efficiency in capturing complex scenes with ease. Featuring stepless real-time damping coefficient adjustments and electronic A-B point marking mode, the Focus Pro Hand Unit ensures precision and convenience in focus control, while offering a communication distance of 160m21, covering shooting needs in complex environments. Enabled with Bluetooth start/stop recording, it facilitates wireless control with mirrorless cameras. The accompanying FIZ Motor delivers significantly improved performance, boasting a 30% faster motor speed22, 10ms low latency, and three-level adjustable torque, ensuring smoother operation and versatile cinematic language opportunities. Compatible with 15mm rods, the motor offers more mounting options. The Magnetic Damping Grip complements the unit, allowing seamless transition between focus and zoom control, with adjustable damping feedback for enhanced tactile experience. With intuitive dial operation and customizable rotational ranges, cinematographers can achieve dynamic lens operations effortlessly.
Seamless Interconnectivity
A new addition to the DJI PRO ecosystem, DJI Focus Pro can work seamlessly with other DJI PRO products to give operators all-scenario experience with efficiency and precision.
Professional Vehicle Shoots, All in One Go: With the DJI PRO ecosystem’s lightweight vehicle-shooting solution, operators can revel in a seamlessly integrated experience of stabilization, monitoring, and dual-channel control of the gimbal and focus.
Serious Creativity, Smart Assistance: In complex scenarios, Focus Pro’s AMF mode allows focus pullers to intervene and take control of focus seamlessly on the foundation of LiDAR autofocus.
Ronin 4D Collaborative Lens Control: In multi-operator collaborative scenarios, the solution enables the main operator to control composition using Ronin 4D, while the focus puller uses the Focus Pro Hand Unit in conjunction with the High-Bright Remote Monitor for coordinated shooting.
Today, Shure announced the evolution of its hybrid XLR/USB dynamic microphone with the launch of the MV7+ Podcast Microphone. This marks a significant step forward from its predecessor, the award-winning MV7 Podcast Microphone, by integrating a sleeker design and software upgrades built to meet and exceed the needs of modern creators, offering even better audio quality with ease of use.
Engineered for discerning streamers, podcasters, and musicians, the MV7+ is the ideal choice for those seeking to capture broadcast-quality audio in even the most challenging of spaces. With Shure’s cutting-edge Voice Isolation Technology, the focus lies on the user’s voice, avoiding annoying background noises and ensuring outstanding audio for every recording and streaming session. It also includes a new, innovative onboard Digital Signal Processing (DSP) engine which powers a suite of advanced features, like an improved Auto Level Mode, a Digital Popper StopperTM for enhanced plosive control, Real-time Denoiser, and Adjustable Reverb. Thanks to its unique full-touch LED live meter display and numerous customisation options, the MV7+ sets a new standard in sound quality and personalisation while diving into a vibrant world of colour.
To elevate the user experience to the next level, the MV7+ podcast microphone integrates with the free, new MOTIV Mix™ Desktop app, Shure’s latest MOTIV software interface. MOTIV Mix provides users with the ability to configure all aspects of the MV7+. The software also offers multi-track recording and routing to support users with a greater control of their live streaming and recordings. With MV7+ and MOTIV Mix, it’s easier than ever to sound authentic, freeing up creators to let their imagination shine brightly.
“Modern content creators and streamers are constantly searching for new ways to customise their set up and sound to set themselves above the pack,” said Sean Sullivan, Associate Director of Global Product Management at Shure. “The MV7+ is our answer to this challenge. It builds off the legacy of the MV7 and delivers broadcast-quality audio in any setting while empowering creators with intuitive customisation and control. Through our latest DSP innovations and the new MOTIV Mix desktop app integration, the MV7+ is set to redefine excellence in audio recording for every session.”
New Features and Benefits:
Multi-Colour LED Touch Panel: Elevate the audio experience with a customisable LED touch panel. Choose from over 16.8 million colors to visualise your sound levels or engage an ambient pulse effect. A simple tap anywhere on the LED Panel Live Meter instantly mutes the microphone, ensuring privacy and control.
Real-time Denoiser: Leverage the advanced DSP technology of the MV7+ to eliminate background noise. It works in harmony with the microphone’s Voice Isolation to deliver pristine sound, even in less-than-ideal recording environments.
Digital Popper Stopper: Remove harsh plosives sounds to avoid acoustic distractions and a cumbersome physical pop filter on camera.
Improved Auto Level Mode: Intelligent audio adjustment adapts the microphones gain based on the distance, volume, and room dynamics, providing perfectly balanced sound automatically.
Onboard Reverb: Choose from three types of onboard reverb settings – Plate, Hall, Studio—and set intensity levels to add desired depth and richness to recordings.
Hybrid XLR and USB-C outputs: The MV7+ integrates into any setup as it provides hybrid USB-C and XLR output and connects seamlessly with your laptop or phone (iOS and Android), offering unparalleled flexibility and ease of use.
MOTIV Mix™ Desktop App:
Unlock the full potential of the MV7+ microphone through the MOTIV Mix software interface. This platform allows users to customise the LED panel, access up to five multi-track recording and routing channels, and fine-tune settings like sound signature, gain, and more. A Beta version of the new software will be available to experience with the MV7+, helping users reduce the number of apps needed to streamline their workflows. Key features of MOTIV Mix include:
Multi-channel Mixer: Control multiple channels of audio to record, monitor or use your mixed audio for your livestream.
Soundcheck: Check your mic’s gain setting and optimise it with the help of Soundcheck.
A redefined Monitor Mix Slider: Mix mic output and system audio playback levels individually.
Full access: to advanced DSP features of your MV7+ Podcast Microphone.
MOTIV Mix will soon be compatible with other legacy MOTIV products such as the MV7 and the MVX2U, serving as a building block for forthcoming software innovations and premium features.
Pricing and Availability:
The MV7+ Podcast Microphone comes in two colours (black and white). The black MV7+ is available now at Shure.com and select retailers, starting at $279 / £279/ 329€. This summer, the white version will be available starting at $279 / £279 / 329€, along with a special bundle, the MV7+ Podcast kit, that includes the microphone in black and a Gator mic stand, starting at $299/ 349€ / £299.
Each purchase comes with a 3m USB-C to USB-C cable, a printed quick start guide, and a MOTIV MIX Art Card with download instructions. Other accessories such as a 15-inch USB-C to lightning cable and a replacement foam windscreen are available for purchase individually.
Fallen Leaf Studio and Unseen Silence are proud to reveal their newest project, Ultra Mega Cats, a roguelike third person shooter with four player online co-op, available for wishlisting on Steam and planned for release on Playstation 5, Xbox series X and Nintendo Switch after PC launch.
Ready for the ultimate showdown? Get thrown right into the action solo or with up to four feline friends and do battle with your enemy overlords. Select one of five unique Mega Cats, elite warriors armed to the whiskers with an arsenal of diverse weapons and abilities ready to take down the new rulers of your world: rodents and birds!
Do you have what it takes to embody the spirit of the Mega Cats, to sharpen your claws and become a mighty warrior? Take down hordes of colorfully evil enemies, master your skills, select from over 50 different M.O.D.S for each playable cat and take down mighty bosses! No two gameplay sessions will be the same, so get stuck in and discover your favorite way to play.
Today, Ubisoft, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, announced that Star Wars Outlaws, the first open-world Star Wars game, will launch on August 30 on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PlayStation 5, Amazon Luna and PC through Ubisoft Connect. Fans who subscribe to Ubisoft+ or purchase the Gold Edition or Ultimate Edition of the game can enjoy up to three days early access*, and those who preorder before August 30 will receive the “Kessel Runner Bonus Pack” which includes cosmetics for Kay’s speeder and for her ship, the Trailblazer.
Ubisoft revealed more details about cunning scoundrel Kay Vess and her companion Nix’s search for an opportunity of a lifetime. During this era, the Empire’s rule is distracted by the rebellion that won’t quit, leading to a golden age for the underworld. As a skilled thief, Kay’s antics catch the attention of Sliro, the leader of a new, foreboding criminal syndicate Zerek Besh. After Sliro places a bounty on Kay’s head, Kay and Nix are offered their one shot at freedom – pull off one of the greatest heists of all time. Kay and Nix will need to navigate the underworld across the galaxy, building their reputation with legendary criminal organizations including the Pyke Syndicate, the Hutt Cartel, the Ashiga Clan** and Crimson Dawn to earn the support they need to finish the job.
“In search of true freedom, the resourceful Kay and Nix will journey through the underworld and across the Outer Rim, taking on jobs from syndicates, facing off against intimidating foes, avoiding oppressive Imperial rule and recruiting a skilled outlaw crew in order to pull off one of the greatest heists the galaxy has ever seen,” shared Julian Gerighty, Creative Director.
“Star Wars Outlaws invites fans to experience a side of the galaxy that has a treasure trove yet to be explored, the exploits of the scoundrels taking advantage of the golden age of the underworld. We’ve been inspired by Massive Entertainment’s dedication to bringing this aspect of Star Wars to life, including both iconic and new things for fans to explore in an open world,” said Douglas Reilly, vice president, Lucasfilm Games.
Kay and Nix will travel across the galaxy to gain the right resources and crew for the ultimate heist. In their journey, they’ll travel across distinct locations, both iconic and new: Canto Bight, Kijimi, Tatooine, Akiva, and the windswept savannah of Toshara**. Along the way, Kay will explore bustling cities and cantinas, race across sprawling outdoor landscapes on her speeder, and pilot her ship the Trailblazer through the wilds of space. When things go awry, the Trailblazer will also help them chase, evade and attack to gain the upper hand in thrilling dogfights with the Empire and other foes.
Star Wars Outlaws will be available through the Ubisoft Store and at retail at a suggested price of $69.99 for the base game. By subscribing to Ubisoft+ or purchasing the Gold or Ultimate Edition, players can also access the game up to three days early*.
Standard Edition
Base game
Gold Edition
Base game
Season Pass (Includes 2 DLCs, the “Jabba’s Gambit” exclusive mission at launch and the “Kessel Runner Character Pack” cosmetic pack)
Up to 3 days early access*
Ultimate Edition:
Base game
Season Pass (Includes 2 DLCs, the “Jabba’s Gambit” exclusive mission at launch and the “Kessel Runner Character Pack” cosmetic pack)
Sabacc Shark Bundle: includes cosmetics for Kay, her blaster, Nix, Kay’s Speeder and the “Trailblazer” spaceship
Rogue Infiltrator Bundle: includes cosmetics for Kay, Nix, Kay’s speeder and the “Trailblazer“
Digital art book: A selection of the game’s concept art and visuals, including unique cinematic storyboards
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