Hitscan has announced an update to its Hyperlight wireless gaming mouse from 2024, both reducing the weight of the symmetrical mouse and updating its internals in the name of faster clicks and lower response times. The Hitscan Hyperlight X will use the same shape as the original Hyperlight, but the Hyperlight X will allegedly weigh in at 35-37 g, depending on whether you're using full-size or dot skates. While Hitscan itself hasn't shared all that much about the new mouse, aside from its October 28 launch date, @jakeufps on X shared some information about the new hardware.

[Editor's note: Our in-depth review of the original Hitscan Hyperlight is live]

While the Hyperlight X will allegedly have the same shape, it will feature new SPDT switches—nominally closed mechanical switches that send a click when the circuit is opened, effectively reducing the actuation distance and click latency substantially. The Hyperlight X will also launch with the PixArt PAW 3950 sensor, an update from the prior 3395, and a Nordic nRF54L15 MCU. It will also ship with an 8K receiver, enabling 8 kHz polling from the factory instead of requiring an additional accessory purchase.
Update Oct 29th: Hitscan has updated the product page of the Hitscan X with official $109.99 pricing and a proper spec sheet.

Keychron's ongoing efforts to update its keyboard line-up with new models has produced the Q19 HE 8K as its latest special colorway of the 60% Hall effect PCB first introduced with the Q16 HE 8K and recently made another appearance in the Carbon 60 HE. The Q19 HE uses the exact same Keychron Ultra-Fast Magnetic Lime switches as the Carbon 60 HE and the Q16 HE 8K, but it opts for a CNC-machined 6063 aluminium tray-mount case with steampunk embellishments.

Both the patina on the aluminium case and the keycaps bear the steampunk design, with dye-sublimated keycap legends featuring a serif font and a compass accent key on the escape key. The bottom of the keyboard also has an etched Golden Compass pattern. The keycaps follow a more traditional Cherry profile, instead of Keychron's usual KSA or OSA, and they are made from PBT. The Q19 HE 8K has an FR4 switch plate and plate-mounted stabilizers. It is currently available on Keychron's online store for $254.99.

Keychron's exotic keyboard material has led it to wood, resin, ceramic, and even concrete gaming keyboards, but its latest stab at something unique is ironically rather tame, with the brand announcing the Carbon 60 HE 8K, a new 60% gaming keyboard built on the same architecture and basic tray-mounted design as the ceramic Q16 HE 8K, but this time with a forged carbon fiber case and even keycaps. The Keychron Carbon 60 HE 8K is officially available for purchase on Keychron's online store for $234.99.

Unlike a lot of other carbon keyboards, the Carbon 60 HE 8K actually has carbon fiber composite keycaps and a carbon fiber composite plate to match the carbon fiber case. It follows a fairly standard 60% layout, which means no num pad, no function row, no arrow keys, and no navigation cluster—although all of those functions are available in layers or can be added in Keychron Launcher. Keychron says that the carbon fiber construction is 10× more rigid than plastic, owing to its 60% carbon fiber content, and that the keyboard offers a precise, solid typing feel. Carbon fiber plates are known in the custom keyboard realm to provide a sharp, clacky typing signature, with little bounce or cushioning to speak of. The Carbon 60 HE 8K weighs in at 740 g, compared to the slightly larger, aluminium Q2 HE 8K that weighs in at 1,650 g, making the Carbon 60 HE 8K a solid candidate for a mobile gaming setup.

Pulsar Gaming Gears (AplusX Inc.), a leading developer of high-performance esports peripherals, and VAXEE Corporation, a respected innovator in gaming hardware, today announced the official launch schedule of the new Pulsar eS Xlite. This highly-anticipated product line is the result of the strategic exclusive partnership and joint development work between the two companies, aimed at delivering unparalleled innovation and performance to the esports community.

The Pulsar eS series is a unified vision for the future of competitive gear. Crafted from the absolute finest materials with flawless finishing and extreme precision, the eS Xlite is in running production and is not a limited edition, confirming Pulsar's commitment to making this reference-standard equipment widely available.

8BitDo has carved out a niche for itself with its Xbox game collaborations, with the recent Tomb Raider 30th Anniversary Collection controllers being just one example. Now, the peripheral maker has officially revealed that its latest collaboration will see the launch of a Gears of War: E-Day Retro Mechanical Keyboard and Retro R8 gaming mouse. The Retro 87 keyboard is available for pre-order for $119.99, and the Retro R8 Mouse is available for $59.99, but both are expected to start shipping on October 30.

The Gears of War: E-Day Retro Mechanical keyboard is the brand's 87-key variant, which features a classic TKL layout with three additional buttons on the top edge next to the tactile connectivity and volume dials. The keyboard itself is made from an opaque black ABS, and it features an E-Day-themed design with translucent red keycaps—presumably polycarbonate, but material is specified—in an MDA-like profile, giving the keyboard something of a unique look, compared to plain Cherry or OEM profile keycaps. The keyboard has north-facing per-key RGB backlighting, and it is compatible with 8BitDo's Ultimate Software 2.0 for Windows.

ATK has officially launched the Blazing Sky Phantom, a new wireless, carbon fiber composite gaming mouse that is promises a lightweight shell, flagship internals, and a reasonable price—at least compared to big gaming brands, like Razer and Logitech. ATK claims that the Blazing Sky Phantom weighs in at 44 g, although it has had to use honeycomb cutouts on the back of the shell in order to achieve this weight. The Blazing Sky Phantom is available on ATK's website for $99.98 during its pre-order period, after which it will increase to $119.98. Unlike most other carbon fiber mice, the Phantom is available in four different colors: Eon (Black) Prime (White), Verge (Blue), and Dune (Sand).

The mouse shape is the typical symmetrical shape reminiscent of something like a Razer Viper V4 Pro, but with a few notable changes. For starters, the ATK is notably smaller, measuring in at 119.7 × 62.5 × 37.3 mm, compared to the V4 Pro's 127.1 × 63.9 × 39.9 mm, and potentially making it a better fit for a variety of grip types. It also has an updated Nano coating, which is meant to give gamers better grip during tense moments. The side buttons on the ATK Blazing Sky Phantom also appear to be located further forward compared to the Razer. Internally, the ATK Blazing Sky Phantom features the new PixArt PAW 3955 Master sensor combined with a Nordic 54LM20 MCU, giving it an 8 kHz polling rate in both wired and 2.4 GHz modes and a peak sensitivity of 50,000 DPI. The brand claims that the mouse has a 0.174 ms of latency, although it's never specified whether this is motion latency or click latency.

Pulsar has officially launched its latest fingertip grip gaming mouse, the X2F CrazyLight, effectively shaving off a whole extra 9 g—or 24%—from the original X2F design, and updating the mouse's internals in the process. The new X2F CrazyLight features Pulsar's X2-S gaming sensor, which promises accurate tracking at up to 42,000 DPI, 800 IPS speeds, and 70 G of acceleration. It also has a 20K lock mode, which locks the mouse's frame rate, for faster response times, at the cost of battery life.

The mouse itself is capable of 8 kHz polling rate, and it has a symmetrical, fingertip shape measuring in at 87.5 × 31.1 × 31.6 mm. It uses Pulsar Optical Switches, rated for 100 million clicks, and a TTC Gold encoder on the scroll wheel, which Pulsar claims has a more durable, dust-resistant design. The shell is made from a blend of ABS and nylon, and it includes both dot skates and full-cover feet for adjustable levels of control. The mouse can be reprogrammed and customized in Pulsar's downloadable driver or with the Bibimbap web driver for a software-free experience.

As next-generation imaging devices continue to evolve, Team Group Inc., a global leader in memory and storage solutions, today introduces the Team Group ACE 8K MicroSDXC Memory Card. The ACE 8K is designed for a wide range of handheld imaging devices, including Insta360 and DJI cameras, as well as drones. The memory card supports smooth 4K 120 FPS video recording, making it an excellent choice for 360° panoramas, sports footage, and handheld content creation. With a focus on high-speed data transfer and consistent recording performance, the ACE 8K allows creators to capture every brilliant moment while providing a reliable, high-performance storage solution for on-the-go content creation.

The ACE 8K supports A2 Application Performance Class and U3/V30 specifications, delivering read speeds of up to 160 MB/s and write speeds of up to 110 MB/s when used with a professional card reader. This product is available in storage capacities of up to 1 TB, providing ample storage for high-resolution video, extended continuous shooting, and large volumes of content across a variety of application scenarios. Whether capturing everyday moments, dynamic outdoor footage, or professional 360° imagery, the ACE 8K delivers the precision and capacity creators need to capture all the thrilling moments.

Certified Ultra96 HDMI cables, required to unlock the full HDMI 2.2 specification, are now available for retail purchase. VideoCardz spotted Silkland taking orders for its new H96 series, which appears to be among the first certified Ultra96 cables available to consumers, offering up to 96 Gbps of bandwidth. ELECOM also revealed its own Ultra96 cables on September 8, advertised as the first certified products of their type in Japan, though those aren't expected to ship until mid-November. Silkland's cables, by comparison, opened for orders on September 14. Currently, there's nothing on the market that can actually use that bandwidth, so these cables are targeted towards future products.

HDMI 2.2 was finalized back in June 2025, and it enables some genuinely big jumps on paper, like uncompressed 8K at 60 Hz or 4K at 240 Hz with full 10-bit and 12-bit color. It also edges out DisplayPort 2.1's 80 Gbps ceiling. Actual HDMI 2.2 hardware, meaning GPUs, TVs, and monitors with the right silicon, isn't expected until 2027 at the earliest. Even then, AMD's upcoming RDNA 5 GPUs reportedly won't hit the full 96 Gbps tier, apparently topping out closer to 64 or 80 Gbps instead.

IFA 2026 officially opened today in Berlin, presenting the latest products and cutting-edge innovation in consumer technology from around the world. At this year's show, TCL CSOT is showcasing a broad portfolio of innovative display products under its advanced display technology brand, APEX. Built on technologies including IJP OLED and oxide backplanes, these products and technologies represent TCL CSOT's vision for what a great display should be.

Cutting-Edge Display Innovation Earns Top International Recognition
As the display industry evolves, what defines a great display is no longer just brightness or refresh rate but a more holistic experience spanning image quality, visual health, sustainability, and form factor.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Tenkeyless 8 KHz Sentinels Edition, a special collaboration with Sentinels, one of esports' most recognizable organizations.

Combining the competitive performance of Razer's flagship esports keyboard with the unmistakable identity of Sentinels, the Huntsman V3 Pro Tenkeyless 8KHz Sentinels Edition celebrates a shared commitment to excellence at the highest level of play. Designed for fans and competitors alike, the keyboard allows players to represent SEN City with hardware built to meet the demands of professional competition.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Huntsman V3 Pro Low-profile Tenkeyless 8KHz, the world's first low-profile analog optical esports keyboard. Designed with and made for competitive players, the keyboard delivers the speed, precision, and control of Razer's flagship esports technologies in an ultra-slim form factor built for all-day comfort. It sets the gold standard for low-profile esports gaming keyboards. Powered by new Razer Low-profile Analog Optical Switches, the keyboard combines Rapid Trigger Mode, adjustable actuation, Razer Snap Flex, Razer Snap Tap, Dual-Keypress Priority, and True 8000 Hz HyperPolling into a design that proves players no longer need to choose between comfort and competitive performance.

"The Huntsman V3 Pro Low-profile Tenkeyless 8KHz takes everything competitive players love about our flagship analog optical switches and brings it into a slimmer, more ergonomic form factor," said Barrie Ooi, Head of PC Gaming Division at Razer. "For years, low-profile meant trading away performance for comfort. This keyboard ends that trade-off, delivering the speed, control, and precision elite players demand, and it's already proven itself on the championship stage."

Shortly after announcing a handful of new gaming mice—the G6 HE and an updated version of the M4—Keychron has officially launched the C100 8K, a new macro pad with 100 programmable keys and per-key RGB backlighting. The C100 8K Giant Custom Macro Pad is available from Keychron directly for $64.99 with Keychron Apex Red Switches.

The C100 8K, as the full name suggests, is a macro pad with 10 rows and 10 columns, totaling 100 keys. It features an 8 kHz polling rate, as do most of Keychron's new keyboards. By default, it ships with transparent ASA profile keycaps, made from a blend of PBT and PC plastic, and a set of Keychron's Apex Red linear switches, but it also uses standard hot-swap sockets if for those who want different switches. The C100 8K is otherwise fairly barebones, using a plastic case and a wired USB Type-C connection, with no wireless option for a cleaner desk setup.

OpenMouse is a new hardware-agnostic, open-source, browser-based control panel for gaming mice that aims to support a host of gaming mice that would otherwise require installing software in order to change things like basic button mapping and sensor or MCU options. It works via WebHID, which means that it will work with macOS, Linux, and Windows, as long as users use a Chromium-based browser.

OpenMouse is still in the early stages of development, and it is not yet available to the public, but the development team claims to already have support for brands like WLMouse, Endgame Gear, Pulsar, Logitech, and the Orbital Pathfinder. Surprisingly, the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike is also on the support list, and a recent post on the OpenMouse account on X claims that Support for Logitech's HITS inductive switch and haptics tech is already on the way.

DrunkDeer, a peripherals brand known for affordable Hall effect gaming keyboards that are often recommended as alternatives to premium brands like Wooting, revealed in late June that it is working on its first gaming mouse. After drip-feeding gamers specs and information about the upcoming mouse, Drunkdeer has finally revealed the shape, rounding out just about all we need to know about the new mouse except for its price.

The DrunkDeer Glacier X—not to be confused with the Chilkey Glacier LW—looks to be playing it safe when it comes to shape, opting for the familiar potato shape of the Logitech G Pro. It's unclear what the exact size of the Glacier X will be, but the mouse appears to have similar proportions to the Logitech G Pro family, even if it does look a little taller than something like the G Pro X Superlight 2.

Gaming peripheral brand ATTACK SHARK has announced the upcoming launch of the RS6 ULTRA, its most advanced wireless gaming mouse to date. Designed for competitive FPS players and the premium esports peripheral market, the new model combines a lightweight carbon fiber structure, flagship sensing technology, low-latency wireless performance, and a magnetic hot-swappable battery system.

The RS6 ULTRA's magnetic hot-swappable battery system is designed to eliminate the compromises associated with conventional wireless gaming mice. Unlike integrated lithium battery designs that require wired charging and eventually suffer from battery aging, or conventional removable battery systems that depend on battery doors and latch mechanisms, the RS6 ULTRA features a proprietary magnetic alignment design with gold-plated contacts, enabling fast, tool-free battery replacement without disrupting wireless operation. Its dual-battery system further ensures uninterrupted gameplay by allowing one battery to power the mouse while the included 8K receiver simultaneously charges the spare, providing continuous wireless performance and a longer product lifecycle through easily replaceable batteries.

Meet the all-new Yunzii M2 Dual 8K Custom Wireless Gaming Mouse, designed for gamers, creators, and everyday users who demand speed, accuracy, and customization. Combining a high-performance PAW3395 sensor, dual 8KHz polling rate, lightweight ergonomic design, and flexible connectivity, M2 delivers a smooth and responsive experience from intense gaming sessions to daily productivity. Whether you're chasing every frame in FPS games or building a more efficient workspace, Yunzii M2 is ready to keep up with every move.

Tri-Mode Connection
Yunzii M2 supports three connection modes, including 2.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth 5.2, and wired connection, allowing you to switch effortlessly between gaming, work, and travel. Enjoy ultra-low latency performance with 2.4 GHz wireless, convenient connectivity with Bluetooth for laptops and daily tasks, or a stable wired connection when every millisecond matters.

Following the recent launch of the Keychron K4 Ultra and K10 Ultra, the accessory maker has officially launched the new K5 Ultra 8K, a low-profile wireless mechanical keyboard with a full 100% layout and sleek cherry wood accents. The K5 Ultra is the latest version of the low-profile K Ultra-series, which means it uses the same ZMK firmware and has the same 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.2 wireless connectivity as the previously announced K3 Ultra had. The K5 Ultra has launched with an MSRP of $114.99, and is available in black on the Keychron online store or on Amazon. The K5 Ultra is also capable of refresh rates of up to 8 kHz over both the wired USB Type-C connection and the 2.4 GHz connection. Wireless connectivity is powered by a 2,400 mAh battery, and Keychron cites 370 hours of use from a single charge with the backlighting disabled and the keyboard running at an 8 kHz polling rate.

The Keychron K5 Ultra uses a proper full-size layout and includes both a programmable knob above the backspace key and a macro row above the num pad. The K5 Ultra is available with Keychron's relatively new Milk POM low-profile switches—which follow the Gateron Low-Profile 2.0 pin layout—in three switch flavors. Milk POM Reds are linear with a 45 gf actuation force, while the Milk POM Browns are tactile with a 50 gf actuation force, and the Milk POM Banana switches are a strong tactile switch with 57 gf actuation force. All three switches have 3.1 mm of total travel, but the Reds have 1.3 mm of pre-travel, while the two tactile varieties have 1.7 mm pre-travel. The K5 Ultra measures in at 436.6 x 128.29 mm and has a 15.55 mm front height. It also features two-stage flip-out feet for different typing angles.

Other World Computing (OWC), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business professionals to maximize performance, enhance reliability, and streamline workflows, today announced the general availability (GA) launch of its new line of OWC Atlas Core CFexpress 4.0 Type B 256 GB memory cards. The Atlas Core memory card, intended for professional and hobbyist photographers, videographers, and content creators, delivers essential speed and the highest level of reliability at an unbeatable price.

With up to 3571 MB/s read, 2227 MB/s write, and 368 MB/s sustained write speeds going beyond the VPG200 certification, the OWC Atlas Core CFexpress 4.0 Type B memory card handles RAW burst photography, 4K video, and up to 8K compressed video without dropped frames. And with OWC's FREE Innergize software, users get built-in card health monitoring, performance restoration, and firmware updates so they stay confident shoot after shoot.

AMD has fixed a couple of threading bottlenecks in HandBrake that were holding back transcoding performance on high-core-count systems, and the fixes have been included in HandBrake 1.11.0. AMD found that the issues came down to two things. HandBrake wasn't built to efficiently manage systems with more than 64 logical processors, so on chips like Threadripper, available compute was sitting idle instead of being put to work. Separately, some workloads were chopped into jobs that were too small, creating scheduling overhead that affected the actual transcoding time, particularly noticeable at 720p. AMD found cases where performance actually dropped by up to 60% rather than scaling as more cores were assigned. The fix improves thread management and job scheduling so HandBrake can split work more effectively across high core counts, keeping more cores busy with actual transcoding instead of coordination overhead.

According to an AMD blog post, a Threadripper 7980X (64 cores, 128 threads) CPU with 128 GB of DDR5-5600 paired with a Radeon RX 9070 XT measured gains up to 215% in Perfume H.264 720p, 203% in LG_8K HEVC 8-bit 4320p and 105% in LG 8K 60 FPS HEVC 10-bit 4320p. Across all the tested workloads, improvements ranged from 16% to 215%. In HEVC, a Threadripper PRO 9995WX (96 cores, 192 threads) with the same RX 9070 XT achieved gains of up to 181%, depending on the workload. The biggest gains were up to 181% in Perfume H.264 720p, 151% in Perfume HEVC 10-bit 2160p and 149% in LG_8K HEVC 8-bit 4320p.

At Computex, Cherry Xtrfy announces the launch of the K63W Pro Compact, bringing new Ultra-Wideband technology to gaming keyboards. Paired with a true 8000 Hz polling rate, the K63W Pro delivers a new level of wireless performance.

The next evolution of wireless gaming
While traditional wireless solutions operate within narrow and crowded frequency bands, Ultra-Wideband transmits data in short bursts across a much wider frequency spectrum. This enables more precise signal timing, reduced interference and stable wireless communication, even in crowded wireless environments. Built around four key pillars for gaming peripherals, the technology supports lower-latency wireless performance, high throughput for true 8000 Hz polling, more robust connectivity and greater power efficiency for longer battery life.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Huntsman V3 Tenkeyless 8KHz, an analog optical esports keyboard built on the same competitive foundation as the Huntsman line.

Streamlined, focused, and purpose-built, it brings Razer's core performance technologies into a tenkeyless form factor engineered to perform reliably straight out of the box—whether at home, on stage, or on the move.

Today, Turtle Beach Corporation, a leading gaming accessories brand, announced its expansion of PC peripherals with the launch of the all-new Turtle Beach Command Series of keyboards and mice. Designed across a range of price points, the Command Series products deliver a new standard of value, combining high-speed performance, precision, and versatility to power - gaming, content creation, and everyday productivity.

"The all-new Command Series marks a major moment for Turtle Beach - our most advanced lineup of keyboards and mice yet, built for the speed, precision, and flexibility that Today's gamers, creators, and multitaskers demand," said Cris Keirn, Chief Executive Officer, Turtle Beach Corporation.

MSI proudly announces the VERSA 300 WIRELESS 8K, MSI's first 8K gaming mouse, designed to deliver ultra-fast responsiveness, precision control, and long-lasting performance for competitive gamers. Combining an advanced PixArt PAW3395 optical sensor, an 8000 Hz polling rate, and an ultra-lightweight 66 g design, the VERSA 300 WIRELESS 8K empowers players with exceptional speed and accuracy in every movement.

As the latest addition to the VERSA 300 series, the VERSA 300 WIRELESS 8K expands on the success of earlier models, including the VERSA 300 WIRELESS and VERSA 300 ELITE WIRELESS. Built around the core strengths of precision, comfort, and versatility, the series features lightweight symmetrical designs and advanced sensors to support a wide range of gaming styles and hand sizes. Available in both classic black and white color options, the VERSA 300 WIRELESS 8K gives users greater freedom to match their setup and express their personal style.

Sandisk introduced new Extreme PRO CFexpress 4.0 Type B memory cards, expanding its high-end storage lineup with capacities ranging from 128 GB up to 4 TB. The new cards target professional video workflows, including high-resolution formats up to 12K. Using a PCIe Gen 4 interface the cards can deliver sequential read speeds of up to 3,700 MB/s and write speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s across the lineup. Sustained write performance varies by capacity, with the 2 TB and 4 TB models rated at up to 3,100 MB/s, the 1 TB model at 1,950 MB/s, and lower-capacity variants (128 GB to 400 GB) at up to 900 MB/s. Higher-capacity models (1 TB to 4 TB) support VPG1600 certification, while lower capacities are rated for VPG800 or VPG400, depending on the SKU.

Sandisk also added its SmartIdle feature to reduce thermal load during idle periods by lowering power consumption. The cards are built for field use, with resistance to drops of up to 5 meters and bend forces up to 70 N. As expected for this class of storage, they are aimed at sustained high-bitrate recording scenarios, including 4K, 6K, 8K, and higher. Pricing starts at $249.99 for the 128 GB model and goes up to $1,799.99 for the 4 TB variant. All models are backed by a limited lifetime warranty.