Peripherals
IOGEAR has been servicing the computer accessories market with docks and KVMs for more than a couple of decades now. In addition to the generic use-cases, the company creates products that target niche segments with feature sets that are not available in products from other vendors. At CES 2023, IOGEAR is taking the wraps off a number of USB-C docks slated to get introduced over the next couple of quarters. Docking Solutions The three new products in this category fall under two categories - the first two utilize Display Link chips along with traditional USB-C Alt Mode support, while the third one uses the Intel Goshen Ridge Thunderbolt controller for 8K support in addition to the usual array of ports found in regular Thunderbolt 4 /...
Turtle Beach Acquires ROCCAT: a New Gaming Peripherals Giant Is Born
Turtle Beach, a leading supplier of headsets and a developer of various audio technologies, this week signed an agreement to acquire ROCCAT, a maker of gaming peripherals. The move...
17 by Anton Shilov on 3/15/2019
USB4 Specification Announced: Adopting Thunderbolt 3 Protocol for 40 Gbps USB
The USB Promoter Group has announced the upcoming release of the USB4 specification. The new standard is based on Intel’s Thunderbolt protocol and supports a range of features, including...
56 by Anton Shilov on 3/4/2019
USB 3.2 at 20 Gb/s Coming to High-End Desktops This Year
The USB 3.0 Promoters Group announced its USB 3.2 specification update that increases theoretical performance of a USB 3.2 interface over a Type-C cable to 20 Gbps back in...
62 by Anton Shilov on 2/26/2019
The Das Keyboard 5Q Cloud-Connected Mechanical Keyboard Review: How To Get Noticed
Today we are taking a look at the world’s first "cloud-connected" mechanical keyboard, the Das Keyboard 5Q. Aside from its unique capability to connect to the internet, the Das...
34 by E. Fylladitakis on 2/26/2019
Logitech Re-Launches ‘Legendary’ MX518 Mouse with 16,000 DPI Sensor
Logitech this week introduced its all-new MX518 mouse, which incorporates its latest HERO sensor as well as a new SoC. The new mouse is designed to be better than...
43 by Anton Shilov on 2/21/2019
Cosemi Launches USB 3.1 Gen 2 Hybrid Active Optical Cable: Up to 50 Meters of USB
Cosemi has introduced the industry’s first USB 3.1 Gen 2 hybrid active optical cables (hAOC), which enable USB connectivity over distances upwards of 50 meters. The cables will be...
40 by Anton Shilov on 2/12/2019
The HyperX Alloy Elite RGB Mechanical Keyboard Review: A New High-End Challenger
Today we're taking a look at the latest addition in HyperX’s arsenal of gaming peripherals, the Alloy Elite RGB. Based around genuine Cherry MX RGB Red switches, the latest...
36 by E. Fylladitakis on 1/24/2019
CES 2019: Cooler Master Announces Three New Wireless Mechanical Keyboards, SK621, SK631 And SK651
Cooler Master has announced its first range of wireless mechanical keyboards, the SK621, the SK631 and SK651 models. All three models feature Bluetooth 4.0 functionality and have a slimline...
11 by Gavin Bonshor on 1/10/2019
HP at CES 2019: Slim Envy USB-C Hub Debuts with Charging USB Type-A and HDMI 2.0
Having already sold tens of millions of laptops that only feature USB Type-C ports, it would seem that PC makers are finally getting into the burgeoning market for USB...
6 by Anton Shilov on 1/6/2019
OWC Acquires AKiTiO, Creates Peripheral Powerhouse
OWC on Thursday announced that it had acquired AKiTiO, creating one of the industry’s largest suppliers of storage and other peripherals aimed at professionals and prosumers. One of the...
1 by Anton Shilov on 1/3/2019
Amazon Launches Online Tool to Check Compatibility of PC Hardware
Amazon has begun rolling out a special tool that helps DIY computer part buyers check the compatibility of their PCs with components sold by the online store. The Amazon...
19 by Anton Shilov on 11/30/2018
OWC Announces 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 3 Dock: Now with microSD, 85 W Power Delivery
OWC this week introduced its new flagship Thunderbolt 3 dock, which features 14 ports. Living up to its flagship aspirations, the “one dock to rule them all” can also...
22 by Anton Shilov on 11/14/2018
AKiTiO Thunderbolt 3 Dock Pro with Aquantia 10 GbE
AKiTiO has announced its new Thunderbolt 3 dock for high-end mobile workstations. AKiTiO’s Thunderbolt 3 Dock Pro features a 10 GbE port enabled by an Aquantia chip, along with...
14 by Anton Shilov on 10/17/2018
The i-Rocks Pilot K70E Capacitive Gaming Keyboard Review: Our First Capacitive Keyboard
In today's keyboard review we are taking a look at the first capacitive keyboard that found its way into our labs, the i-Rocks Pilot K70E. The Taiwanese company managed...
28 by E. Fylladitakis on 9/21/2018
The SteelSeries Apex M750 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Review: Set Apart by Software
Today we are taking a look at the SteelSeries Apex M750, the highest-end mechanical keyboard that SteelSeries currently offers. The Apex M750 also sports the company's new QX2 mechanical...
18 by E. Fylladitakis on 9/7/2018
Corsair Launches Elgato Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock
Corsair on Thursday introduced its first Elgato-branded miniature Thunderbolt 3 dock. The product has two 4Kp60-capable display outputs, a USB Type-A port, and a Gigabit Ethernet connector. The minimalistic Elgato...
20 by Anton Shilov on 9/6/2018
Logitech Launches G Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse with 16,000 DPI Sensor
Professional gamers tend to use wired mice because of their higher polling rate and lower input lag. For many years leading makers of mice have improved their wireless mice...
21 by Anton Shilov on 8/24/2018
Xiaomi Unveils Its First Mechanical Keyboard with Configurable RGB Backlighting
In the recent years Xiaomi has expanded its product way beyond smartphones, moving into a wide field of consumer electronics and doodads, covering items like air purifiers, electric toothbrushes...
27 by Anton Shilov on 8/10/2018
Acer Spins-Off Gaming Peripherals & Smart Devices Into Premium Accesories Brand
Acer this week announced plans to spin off its gaming accessories and smart devices businesses into a new subsidiary. The new entity, tentatively called Gadget Technology Inc, will focus...
13 by Anton Shilov on 8/10/2018
Logitech Acquires Blue Microphones
Logitech this week continued its spree of high-profile takeovers by announcing plans to acquire Blue Microphones, a maker of microphones for professional musicians and gamers. The two companies hope...
13 by Anton Shilov on 8/2/2018
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