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I have often thought to myself that it was a pity that my external battery for iPhone could not charge my MacBook. So, every time I wondered what I could do if I ran out of battery on my computer … well, now I am very happy because I found the solution! Just have an external battery with power outlet like ChargeTech and I thought ill share it with you !!

AN EXTERNAL BATTERY TO CONNECT ANY ELECTRONIC DEVICE THAT HAS AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET

The special feature of this battery has, is that you can connect any device that has a plug that needs to be connected to a 110-240V mains socket. For example, you can plug in

• A computer
• A television
• A toaster
• A coffee maker
• In short, anything you want!

I think it’s just great

WHAT IS THE CAPACITY OF THE BATTERY?

The portable battery with power outlet is available in 3 sizes

• A small of 12,000 mAh
• An average of 18,000 mAh
• And a big 24,000 mAh

IN CONCLUSION

I’m really happy to finally find this kind of power bank with a plug! It will help enormously and it can even make the picnic outings more enjoyable! If you are interested in an external battery with a huge capacity, there is Plug (still ChargeTech) which offers a 54 000 mAh battery currently available on Amazon.

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The “Inverted” version (the pedals are attached from the top) is the last iteration of the range, and it’s a product that was in great demand by the GT car fan community. For information, apart from the car type Formula and Prototype, all racing cars have pedals that are attached from the top. For fans of simulation, it’s mostly a matter of preference and the quest for realism.

LOOK DESIGN

All milled and anodized aluminum, the pedal is simply beautiful, robust and heavy. Most of the elements are taken from the normal version of the pedal that is a reference on the market. You can choose between flat pedals aluminum or plastic curved “D”. Note also that the heel rest is larger than that of the F1 version.

FEATURES

The most important to improvement to mention is obviously the “Load Cell”, which will significantly change the way of driving. Rather than have a position sensor on the brake pedal, the V3 has a pressure sensor “Load Cell” to copy what is done in the sports car. The major difference will be that we will no longer need to put our pedal at a precise angle, but just to remember the pressure exerted. At first, it will be necessary, but eventually, you will need to increase the hardness to increase accuracy. The sensor is changeable if it ever breaks. The brake pedal is also equipped with an adjustable damper, which is optional on the F1 version of the product, which allows even more realism and have a more flexible braking.

The acceleration and clutch pedals have a magnetic sensor (contactless) for them to last a long time. There will be a choice of two spring hardness settings for the accelerator.

The vibrators on the brake pedals and accelerator are not included in all games, you will need to download a third-party program like Fanaleds, for use on most games. Attention, it will be necessary to be connected by USB to make them work, personally, I have not managed to make them work via the cable connected to the steering wheel.

you gotta appreciate the possibility of connecting the pedal directly to USB if we have no Fanatec flying base, to make the pedals “stand alone”. Adjustments via the software are simple and will allow you to calibrate the pedals during game sessions.

ERGONOMICS

In addition to having a small gain of realism with the inverted pedals, we have access to a large number of settings:

• Hardening of the accelerator change the spring
• Hardening of the brake pedal and its shock absorber
• Height and inclination of the pedals
• Pedal type

Does it scare you? No fear, the original settings are a great base for novice and intermediate riders. The only downside will be the spacing of the pedals which, meanwhile, can not be changed and it took me a little time to do the pedal to correctly run the heel/tip, which I find easier to do on the F1 version of the pedal with pedals at the same level.

Performance

If you use a Logitech or Thrustmaster crankset, the change is drastic and the gain in time and consistency is quickly noticeable. Adjustments, hardness, damping clearly increase the degree of realism. It was difficult to play with the G29 afterward.

CONCLUSION

The quality of the mechanics, the finishes, the resistance of the pedals, the pedals excel on all levels. Its brake and throttle are also equipped with vibration motors to feel the ABS, locking wheels. It is also great to have the adjustment of the hardness of the brake, which is original combined with an adjustable damper. If you are looking for realism “Grand Tourism” it will be the best value for money in the market.

If you’re only looking for performance, the F1 version will offer the same features at a better price.

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mentioned more than a year ago, the second generation of ultra-thin notebooks for gamers is starting to become a reality. The Zephyrus S (AKA GX531) offers an Intel Core i7-8750H Coffee Lake processor, an Nvidia GeForce GTX graphics card (1070 Max Q for the United States), a screen with thin edges and with a refresh rate of 144 Hz, an IPS panel with a diagonal of 15.6 inches in a 14.2-inch chassis, a response time of only 3 ms, support at 100% of the sRGB space, the new ROG Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) technology that optimizes ventilation and heat dissipation. Asus promises a 22% gain over the previous generation.

when we say it is ultra-portable, it’s because the Zephyrus S offers a thickness of 14.95 mm to 17.75 mm only, it is 12% thinner than the previous model from last year. Everything is contained in an all-metal chassis with a mixture of aluminum and magnesium alloy to ensure fineness and strength. There is, of course, Aura Sync technology for RGB lighting that gamers love so much, the main software allows you to manage everything via a new user interface and a companion on Android and iOS. Audio side, no surprises since the Zephyrus S offers two speakers on the front, they are located at the hinge, in addition, the Sonic Studio III application is to bring surround sound when you use headphones or VR headphones.

a bit more when it comes to the hardware side, the Zephyrus offers DDR4-266 RAM, WiFi 802.11ac, Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI 2.0, USB-A 3.1 and USB-C 3.1 with the possibility of reloading the Zephyrus S on the latter (in addition to dedicated connections).

Obviously, the price varies according to the configurations. the release is scheduled for this fall of 2018.

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Since the appearance of the brand in 1994 in Japan and 1995 at home with the very first PlayStation, we celebrate today a total of more than 500 million PlayStation machines sold with a PS4 Pro ultra-limited edition.

On August 24, 2018, Sony celebrates a total of more than 500 million PlayStation machines sold since the release of the very first PlayStation released in 1994 in Japan. In this number, they are taking into account the four generations of PlayStation with their different versions, but also the PSP (yes, even the PSP Go) and PS Vita.

And for this event, Sony has released 50,000 copies worldwide, of PS4 Pro with a 2TB hard drive and a semi-transparent blue shell with a PlayStation copper logo of the most beautiful effect. This semi-transparent shell, it is also found on the controller delivered. Even the PlayStation Camera, which is integrated with this pack, has a soft midnight blue color.

Pre-orders were stormed during the announcement in early August and it quickly became a collector’s item that is already at exorbitant prices on the internet, much to the chagrin of real collectors. as you can see from the photos of the beast provided on the PlayStation website. it is a real beauty, but it will be necessary to pay attention to the fingerprints that will be visible all over the system due to the glassy finish.

 

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When you spend hours and hours in front of your computer screen, for whatever reason (leisure or work), it is very important that our setup is as comfortable as possible.

Many parameters come into account: you have to be seated at the right height, use an ergonomic keyboard to limit the damage done to the wrists, without neglecting to have a comfortable mouse in hand.

When playing video games, it is also essential to have a gamer mouse that offers a maximum comfort.

The number of left-handed people in the USA is estimated at around 13.1%, and it should not be forgotten that these people still have great difficulty getting comfortable in front of a computer, as everything is generally designed for right-handed people.

An ambidextrous gamer mouse by Roccat

Roccat created Kiro, a gaming mouse with a sleek and ergonomic design that meets the needs of right-handed AND left-handed people.

This gamer mouse is modular, consisting of four side parts (buttons and smooth parts), so you can adapt it in a snap to your needs.

To push even further the limits of this customization, Roccat is even developing a 3D printing solution of side parts which should be released soon.

On the technical side, the small size of this gamer mouse does not prevent it from providing a great gaming experience.

It incorporates OMRON switches, a solid Titan 2D wheel and a soft-touch coating that prevents perspiration from the palm and fingers.

This gamer mouse is wired, it offers a response time of 1 ms and its laser coupled to an integrated microcontroller is unbeatable accuracy: 2000 dpi can be doubled to 4000 dpi with Overdrive mode.

What else the Roccat Kiro gamer mouse got to offer?

For even more customization, this gaming mouse comes with software that will allow you to not only customize the shortcuts as you wish but also to create lighting effects to perfection.

The logo “Roccat Kiro” present on the top of this gamer mouse can light up in any color you want (you will only have the choice between 16.8 million colors and shades!), And the effects and transitions light are configurable with ease.

Whether you’re ambidextrous, left-handed, looking for comfort, or just looking for a high-quality, customizable gamer’s mouse, Roccat’s Kiro Mouse can be a smart choice.

Where to buy the Roccat Kiro mouse?

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The Smart Boy is a case in which one inserts a smartphone and which endows it with the front of the controls of a Game Boy, in the back of a reader of original cartridges for Game Boy and Game Boy Color. The device reproduces the colors, layout and even the characteristic grooves of Nintendo’s first portable console. The SmartBoy has physical buttons reminiscent of those of the legendary Nintendo Gameboy console.

Features:

• Plays GB and GBC cartridges, compatible with NTSC/ PAL cartridges
• Classic-style tactile button set, upscales to phone’s resolution, does not require batteries
• Designed for Samsung’s S8 line and up (another Android device compatibility may vary)*
• Phone Size: 5.2 – 6.4 inches, USB Type-C port
• The SmartBoy is compatible with other apps and games, including GBA apps from Google Play. Configuration for such apps may vary.

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First of all the curved screen monitor looks gorgeous on my desk, I have to admit it does look kind of big but that is good.

Resolution is great at 3840 x 1600, this means a lot of real-estate on your desktop, Excel users can have up to 1-64 to A-BG sheets without scaling it down.

Setting it up and calibrating the screen is easy, as it has “on-screen” controls, which avoids the tedious menus with up and down arrows like on other monitors.

Connecting devices is easy as it comes with 2 HDMI ports, 2 USB 3.0, 1 DisplayPort, 1 audio port, 1 USB C to connect to the PC and Bluetooth connectivity to pair with your phone or tablet.

On the software side, it comes with a “Screen Split” software which allows you to set windows layouts for quick application arrangements. No more resizing screens, simply drag and drop to the highlighted area on your desktop and it will resize automatically per your default split-screen setting.

Speakers are not that good, they are definitely loud enough for office use but not for gaming or watching movies. Other than this and the price I would say this is the perfect monitor. Bottom line, this is an expensive monitor but it definitely boosts your productivity at work or enhances your gaming experience.

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