Tag: Keyboards and Mice

Gamer or office worker, we all need keyboards and mice. If you’re looking for a new keyboard or mouse, this is the place to read the latest news and reviews of them!

Razer Orochi V2 Review
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Razer Orochi V2 Review

We all know who Razer are and what they do. They are easily one of the most popular brands when it comes to gaming peripherals. However, with such a large collection of products, it can get confusing as to which one you should jump for. So if you are on the market for a mouse, then look no further we have you covered at Thumb Culture. Today we are taking a look at the Razer Orochi V2. Get Your Game On With This Light Weight Wireless Mouse From Razer We have featured many Razer peripherals on the Thumb Culture website. However, if you are looking to compare this with another mouse, Then make sure you check out our review on the Razer Basilisk V2. In the meantime make sure you keep scrolling to find out how more about the Razer Orochi V2. Design As with most Razer products are you pretty...
Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard Review
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Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard Review

There's no doubt that Razer is a serious contender in the gaming market, capturing the hearts of gamers worldwide. Whether you're thinking about a new keyboard, mouse, headset... every gamer knows the Razer brand to be top of the pile. Launched in 2010, the Razer BlackWidow brand has become synonymous with the precision, tactile clickiness that we gamers have grown to love. Read on as I take a look at the Razer BlackWidow Mechanical Keyboard. Razer BlackWidow - A Step Up I've never really been one to buy something because of the brand name. To me, a keyboard is a keyboard and a keyboard at £30 does the same thing as a keyboard at £100, right? Wrong. After swapping my £30 budget mechanical keyboard for the Razer BlackWidow, I know I've opened a door I can never close. Gone are the days...
Razer Huntsman Mini Review
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Razer Huntsman Mini Review

Razer has been, in the last few years, the almost go-to brand when looking to get a new gaming keyboard. Whether being a first time PC Gamer or an old hand, you have to check out the latest on what Razer are offering. Being an 0ld school PC gamer, it's tough for me to adapt especially with the push of RGB (no thanks). I have my way and from time to time, and it becomes harder to adapt to something a bit different. However, the 60% keyboards have been on my radar for a bit. After changing from full phat keyboards to TKL in 2014, a change was on the horizon. Why go Full Phat when you can have 60% Last year, Razer entered the 60% keyboard market with the Huntsman Mini, an area of keyboards that seems to have exploded with popularity with minimalist setups and of course streamers and esports...
Roccat Magma Keyboard Review
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Roccat Magma Keyboard Review

Keyboards generally all look roughly the same right? Black keys, on a black chassis, all pretty standard. Well, the Roccat Magma has been released and it's looking to shake up the keyboard market. Well in terms of the aesthetics, read on to find out whether this keyboard stands up to some of the more expensive boards out there. Magma, Lava, Lights, HOT! What do you think of the looks of the Roccat Magma? Do you think it looks hot or not? Why not let us know in the comments below. Even better, come and chat with us on social media. Design As said above, the Roccat Magma is looking to shape up the current boards on the market. It's easy to see why as soon as you get a grip of the box. The RGB on this keyboard is *chefs kiss*. I instantly fell in love with the looks. It might be too much ...
Sades Battle Ram Gaming Combo Set Review
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Sades Battle Ram Gaming Combo Set Review

Lately, I have been adventuring over the hardware hills, next up is the Sades Battle Ram Gaming Combo. Sades, for those who aren't familiar, are a Shenzen City based tech brand. Originally starting out with the manufacturer of headsets in 2002 they then entered the gaming market in 2012. Sades then went on to being the exclusive headset provider for World Cyber Games Festival in China. Going from strength to strength they are now worldwide and have their own E-Sports teams. A 3 in 1 bundle for an extremely affordable budget! Sades are a brand that I have personally never come across until earlier this year. At Thumb Culture we have had a few Sades products in and that is how I was introduced. This will be my first hands-on experience with the brand, my first thoughts are - Just how good ...
Razer BlackWidow V3 Green Switch Mechnical Keyboard Review
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Razer BlackWidow V3 Green Switch Mechnical Keyboard Review

Razer is probably one of the first brands that come into your head when you starting talking about gaming hardware. Especially when it comes to keyboards. When I first started PC gaming, despite me not going with Razer they were one of the first brands to pull me in. Mainly due to their sleek marketing and their even sleeker product lineup. Introduced in 2010 the BlackWidow lineup spans multiple price points. Thanks to the team at Razer I am taking the Razer BlackWidow V3 Tactile Switch keyboard for a run (Not literally). Do Green Switches Live Up To The Hype? I haven't had much hands-on with Razer previously. However, I have used them when at friends' houses or at shows. Although, none of them has had the hyped green switches. This will be my first time checking them out and seeing h...
Razer Basilisk V2 Wired Mouse Review
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Razer Basilisk V2 Wired Mouse Review

I will start by saying, I have never owned or used a Razer mouse before. I haven't avoided them on purpose, just always gone for the best offer at the time. However, my time has come! The awesome team over at Razer has sent us a Razer Basilisk V2 for some rigorous testing - To the sweaty COD lobbies we go! Razer Basilisk V2 - Could this be the most comfortable mouse? I have been lucky enough lately to literally get my hands on a plethora of gaming mice. I have done deeps dives with lightweight e-sports mice, to budget mice. Each one bringing a new dynamic to gaming. So join me as I check out the Razer Basilisk V2 Wired Mouse, a feature-packed mouse from Razer. Design I am always torn with design when it comes to mice, some are way over the top and some are too just too plain. Razer has...
Mad Catz R.A.T 6+ Optical Gaming Mouse Review
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Mad Catz R.A.T 6+ Optical Gaming Mouse Review

Mad Catz, a name that goes way back in gaming have kindly teamed up with us to check out the Mad Catz R.A.T 6+ Optical Gaming Mouse. The R.A.T 6+ is just one mice from their vast offering of gaming mice and comes with an abundance of functionality. Available for £59.99 (At the time of writing). To find your local retailer head on over to the Mad Catz site. Do you like buttons? Then this is the mouse for you! To be honest, I had no idea Mad Catz had such an epic catalogue of products. I have seen them on many sites and on social media. However, when I delved into their site I was pleasantly surprised with their offering and price tags. The last Mad Catz product I personally owned was the Playstation 2 Dual Shock Steering wheel. I can safely say that it is still working as well! So join me...
Roccat Burst Core Mouse Review
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Roccat Burst Core Mouse Review

Gaming mice are in abundance. It almost feels like everyone and their mums are making gaming mice. They have been steadily getting lighter and lighter and now Roccat brings us a light little mouse. The Roccat Burst Core weighs 68g. But what does it mean? Let's dive in and find out. This new lightweight mouse has burst onto the scene Do you have a favourite gaming mouse? Let us know in the comments what mouse you use and whether you are looking for an upgrade. Design The Roccat Burst Core is a standard looking mouse from the outside. The traditional shape on show here. However, dive beneath its surface and what you have is a pretty feature packed gaming mouse. Let's circle back round to the weight, only 68g. This is achieved by having a solid honeycomb shell underneath that tough...
Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro Review
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Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro Review

One of the big players in gaming keyboards, Roccat, have released this awesome little package. The Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro doesn't just sound good, it actually backs that up with sturdy hardware, responsive keys and a whole host of other benefits. Strapped for space, then a TKL could be just for you Having used too many keyboards to remember since taking over Thumb Culture. It's always nice to have a keyboard that you can quite easily see replacing your day to day one. Did the Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro hit this high accolade? Why not keep reading to find out? Design Lets just take a moment to congratulate Roccat on some amazing looking keyboards. The Vulcan series, in my eyes, is some of the most stunning hardware that is around. Having owned the full size Vulcan 120, I was incredibly keen t...