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Gaming with your feet [New Straits Time (Malaysia)](New Straits Time (Malaysia) Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) WHAT do you think is the epitome of gaming controller evolution Gamers loved Nintendo when its Nintendo Wii console came out many years ago, revealing a unique motion-controlled system. Well, things look set to change again but Nintendo is not in the driver's seat this time around. The Stinky Footboard PC controller is an idea which was designed by and for gamers, so that they will be able to enjoy a competitive advantage. I am not referring to distracting your opponents with foot odour. Rather, the Stinky Footboard is meant to work in tandem with the traditional keyboard and mouse setup to offer greater flexibility. It's out later this June for US$119 (about RM370) each but you can already place pre-orders at the Kickstarter page. Since this is a crowd-funded project, it'll only be realised if it reaches its funding goal so there are no guarantees at Press time. The Stinky Footboard will basically allow you to perform simultaneous actions - such as strafing, changing your weapon and throwing a grenade without having to take your fingers off the AWSD keys, and that is just the beginning. www.stinkyboard.com Folio-style protection Whether it's an iPad or iPad mini, purchasing the right kind of protective case is, of course, the next logical step. The Logitech Keyboard Folio and Logitech Keyboard Folio mini feature a two-sided folio design that's specially developed to protect and look fashionable as well. There's a range of colours to suit just about any personal style. They also boast a compact, built-in Bluetooth keyboard to help you increase your productivity while on the move. As many of us also use our iPads as a portable media player, the folio also functions as a hands-free view stand, helping to hold up the tablet horizontally or vertically in a comfortable manner. With an instant On/Off function, battery life is preserved as your tablet only wakes when the cover is opened. www.logitech.com A space-saving desktop IF your home environment is cramped for space, you might want to check out the Lenovo ThinkCentre Edge 62z All-in-One solution if you are in the market for a new PC. It features an 18.5-inch LCD display, making it perfect for those who have limited space to work with. Prices start from a relatively affordable US$549 (about RM1,700), depending on the kind of hardware configuration that you want. The hardware choices include having up to 3rd generation Intel Core i3 processors. It carries half a dozen USB 2.0 ports, uses integrated Intel HD graphics, and is ENERGY STAR 5 compliant to stay eco-friendly. You will only be able to wrap your hands around the Lenovo ThinkCentre Edge 62z later this May. www.lenovo.com Dual-sided mouse pad GAMERS do take their hardware very seriously, which is why you can spot a serious gamer the moment he or she walks into the room. They will most probably attend tournaments with their own range of peripherals, the keyboard and mouse being the most obvious, as well as the mouse mat. Different tournament areas do come with various surfaces for your dedicated gaming mouse to slide over, but you might be more comfortable to what you are used to back home, hence your own mouse mat. Razer's an old hand at gaming peripherals and its latest release, the Razer Megasoma 2 Mouse Mat, will perk you up. This revolutionary hybrid gaming mouse mat handles hard as well as soft surfaces, bringing the stability and performance of the former while merging it with the flexibility and comfort of the latter. With an ergonomically thinner profile, the Razer Megasoma 2 Mouse Mat also boasts an anti-static treated surface and anti-fraying edges for increased durability. Expect to fork out US$39.99 (about RM125) for one of these. www.razerzone.com/megasoma2 (c) 2013 ProQuest Information and Learning Company; All Rights Reserved. |