Keyboards and Mice

14Aug

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Yunzii M2 Dual 8K Wireless Mouse Review

Yunzii have done it again; they've released a piece of hardware that keeps the cost down but offers great performance. The Yunzii M2 Dual 8K Wireless Gaming Mouse, to give it its full name, is a great budget mouse for all gamers. What does it skimp on, though? Retailing for around £60, there must be something. We will find out for sure. 8K is better than 4K Coming in 4 different colourways, we went for the pink version. There is, however, a white, black and orange version, and I have to admit, they all look awesome! Design Features On a high level, this mouse has some great features. With up to 30,000 DPI, you get a precision sensor allowing you to be incredibly accurate in your movements. Especially brilliant if you play a lot of FPS games. The lift-off distance is adjustable between ...

Yunzii C75 Cake Meow Wireless Keyboard Review

12Aug

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Yunzii C75 Cake Meow Wireless Keyboard Review

We recently got reached out to by Yunzii, formed in 2018 by a band of keyboard enthusiasts. They aim to bring mechanical keyboards of the highest standard, but also keyboard that you will love to show off. They asked if we wanted to review the Yunzii C75 Cake Meow wireless keyboard. We simply replied, "Only in Pink!" and then here we are. After some rigorous testing and many "How Cute!" moments, we thought it time to deliver our review for you. Meow Meow Meow Cake Retailing at around £70-80 depending on if it's in sale, you get a super cute keyboard that you won't be able to take your eyes off even if it does have some great features! Design Features First things first, let's talk about the look. Featuring a cute cakey finish, alongside a cute cat aesthetic. With a cat face at the ...

11Aug

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Ducky OK-M-98 Review

You may know the name Ducky, and you might think that it's just a pet name for a loved one. Whereas real PC hardware aficionados know them as the company that first gave us customisable keyboards. (Well, first to my knowledge) They got in touch and asked if we wanted to check out one of their budget offerings. The Ducky OK-M-98 is the latest in a lineup of great mechanical keyboards, and we were lucky to get hands-on with it. As always, this review was written using the keyboard in question. This Keyboard is more than OK Coming in a number of different sizes, the Ducky OK-M can be found in 65%, 75% and 98%. We received the 98 layout, which effectively gives you an almost full-size keyboard. With it being slightly compact, it fit great on my desk and feels good in use. Design Features ...

1Aug

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

KiiBOOM Phantom 98 Lite Keyboard Review

Earlier this year we took a look at some cute KiiiBOOM keyboards and keycaps, during which I became a big fan of the brand. So obviously, I said a very enthusiastic yes when I was asked if I would like to review the KiiBOOM Phantom 98 Lite! Available in a few colourways, I opted for the pink with the KiiBOOM Mossy Silent switches. 96% meow keyboard The KiiBOOM Phantom 98 Lite is the size of the Phantom 98 combined with the pastel prettiness of the Phantom 81 Lite. It's price tag is around £85, depending on which switch options you choose. Which sits firmly between those I just compared it to. But does it live up to those comparisons? My heart says yes, but will experience say something else? Design Let's get straight into it. The KiiBOOM Phantom 98 Lite is essentially the 96% (97 k...

be quiet! Dark Mount Silent Linear Keyboard & Dark Perk Ergo Mouse Review

30Jul

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

be quiet! Dark Mount Silent Linear Keyboard & Dark Perk Ergo Mouse Review

I've always known be quiet! as the company that makes some of the quietest PC components around. Whether it's CPU coolers, cases or power supplies, they've built a reputation for making high-quality hardware that keeps noise to a minimum without compromising on performance. So, when I heard they were bringing that same philosophy to gaming peripherals with the Dark Mount keyboard and Dark Perk Ergo mouse, I was genuinely interested to see how they'd compare against the more established names in the market. Mechanical keyboards and gaming mice aren't exactly in short supply these days. Every manufacturer seems to have their own take on what makes the perfect setup, whether that's ultra-lightweight designs, RGB lighting that could probably be seen from space or more programmable buttons t...

23May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

KiiBOOM Keycap Set Review

Life is too short for a plain keyboard. There. I said it. We recently reviewed the KiiBOOM Phantom 98 and the Phantom 81 Lite keyboards neither of which can be described as plain! So it stands to reason that any KiiBOOM keycap set wouldn't be either right? Join me as I take a closer look at the KiiBOOM X Cosydiaries Rainy Froggy Day Keycap Set and the KiiBOOM X Elyxirine Digital Dreams: Pastel Y2K Keycap Set. Rainy Froggy Day The KiiBOOM X Cosydiaries Rainy Froggy Day Keycap Set are actually a collaboration product between KiiBOOM and content creator Cosydiaries. Which if you're fan of hers, you will have spotted straight away. Not least because of the name. They're priced at $39.99 which is around £30 here in the UK. In the box you get 144 keys, meaning they can be used for 60%, 65%, 75...

22May

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

KiiBOOM Phantom 98 Keyboard Review

If you are like me, you love constantly changing up your keyboard for something new. Then I might have found your next obsession. The KiiBOOM Phantom 98, a completely transparent keyboard that looks insane. Bear in mind that it's quite costly, with an RRP of around £170, it might be a little pricey for most budgets. Is it worth it, though? Let's find out. Can You See Through This Great Keyboard? Regular readers will recognise KiiBOOM as the makers of the Phantom 81 Lite, recently reviewed by Charlotte. Today not only are you going to get a rundown of what makes the KiiBOOM Phantom 98 keyboard worth your time. You are also going to get a glimpse into their Meow Pudding Keycap set. I hear you gasp, what's this, an extra part of the review? Well, we do like to treat you! Design Features S...

21May

By CharlotteNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

KiiBOOM Phantom 81 Lite Keyboard Review

If your TikTok feed is anything like mine you'll have seen the very pretty KiiBOOM keyboards and keycaps in their various shades, themes and sizes. Now, I've reviewed my fair share of PC peripherals during my time with Thumb Culture. None have been as aesthetically pleasing as the KiiBOOM Phantom 81 Lite though! Cute keycaps are the cherry on top For this review I'll be checking out the KiiBOOM Phantom 81 Lite in blue which come with a mint chocolate desert themed keycaps as standard. This 75% mechanical keyboard will set you back around £80. So are you paying for just it's pretty looks? Or does the tech also justify the price? Let's find out. Design You don't need me to tell you that the design element of the KiiBOOM Phantom 81 Lite is amazing. It has all the typical design eleme...

Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Carbon Fibre Wireless Gaming Mouse Review

24Apr

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Corsair Sabre v2 Pro Carbon Fibre Wireless Gaming Mouse Review

One of the top gaming peripheral companies out there. Corsair has recently released a new gaming mouse for us all to enjoy. The Sabre v2 Pro Carbon Fiber Wireless Gaming Mouse. Wow what a mouthful. It's worth taking the time to get the name right, though, because once you get to grips with this mouse, you are going to see why I'm buzzing about it. This Sabre is sharp! Retailing at £159.99, it isn't cheap, but you are going to get some incredible features. Let's see whether or not you think the price tag is justified. Design Features Let's talk about the looks first. With a superlight, carbon fiber unibody, it weighs a tiny 55g, giving you pro levels of play. Being able to move the mouse around quickly means that you get a head start against the competition. Built into the body is a tri...

8Apr

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 Review

If you were in the market for a new mouse for your PC setup, I'd like to bring you something new from Steelseries. The Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2! Retailing at around £100 and available in three colourways, Ghost, Shadow and the one we chose, Magenta Haze. Being fans of bright pink we went for the Magenta Haze colourway of this great mouse. Oh, and we even have a little bit extra to make the mouse review even smoother, the QcK Heavy mousepad! Also in the gorgeous Magenta colourway. Bright and Bold The retail price of this is a generous one, but is there enough on the features side to warrant dropping £100 on an upgrade? Let's check out the finer details and see what's what. Design Features Firstly, the look, that bright magenta colour is gorgeous. Constructed in an ultra-light material, th...