Epomaker has officially unveiled the Alice40 as its latest foray into the world of 40% mechanical keyboards—after the TH40 we reviewed previously and the Luma40 after that—and this time, the brand has gone for yet another unique layout option. As the name suggests, the Alice40 is based on the Alice layout that is commonly recommended to first-time ergonomic keyboard buyers, for its similarity to a regular unibody keyboard, although the Alice40 has a few features that set it apart from other mechanical keyboards in the same $69.99 price bracket.

For starters, the Alice40 modifies the traditional Alice layout with columnar stagger, meaning the columns are vertically offset from one another instead of the rows being horizontally offset. This is meant to make the keys align more appropriately to the natural movement of your fingers while you're typing. Another interesting quirk of the Alice40 is the knob between the two halves of the alpha cluster. As expected from a $69.99 mechanical keyboard, it has a plastic case, but it also has flip-out feet that allow users to adjust the typing angle between 5° and 8.5°. The case also features a gasket mount design, much like the Epomaker TH40, and it is stuffed with sound-damping materials to cut down on echoes and reverberation inside the case.

Breggz, the premium audio brand founded by Dutch artist and songwriter Xander de Buisonjé, today announces the launch of Zohn 2, the brand's next-generation wireless earphones certified for IMAX Enhanced. Combining a five-driver acoustic architecture with Breggz Master Tuning and Sound Profiles, Zohn 2 is designed to bring listeners closer to the detail, depth and emotion of music and film as their creators intended.

Breggz founder, Xander de Buisonjé"I just want the world to hear what I hear. On stage and in the studio, I hear every layer of the music through my wired in-ear monitors. With Zohn 2, we want to bring that level of detail to everyday listening, whether you're listening to music or watching a film."

Following the release of the Keychron G6 HE, the brand has been steadily expanding its portfolio of models with Hall effect switches for adjustable actuation and rapid trigger support. The G25 HE is Keychron's latest HE mouse model, recently announced in an X post, and it takes the Hall effect switch tech and the flagship internals of the G6 HE and puts it all into a smaller shape that bears an uncanny resemblance to the Razer Viper Mini and Cobra shapes. Keychron has yet to provide a full spec sheet or product page for the G25 HE, but the mouse has been scanned and submitted to EloShapes for comparisons, where its specs and features are also available.

The Keychron G25 HE measures in at 120 × 63 × 39 mm and weighs 46 g, which is on the lighter side for a wireless mouse, but not the lightest by any means. It is also a symmetrical shape with right-side programmable thumb buttons and a partially open bottom plate. The G25 HE is powered by a PixArt PAW 3955 optical sensor and a Nordic 54LM20A MCU, which means it has a peak DPI of 40,000, up to 8 kHz polling rate, and can track at up to 750 IPS and 60 G of acceleration. The star of the show, and the mouse's namesake, are the MagOpt switches which feature both optical and Hall effect magnetic sensing, although the switches still have a click leaf and a distinct tactile bump, which has been largely considered to have a negative impact on the mouse's adjustable actuation trickery.

Maono, a leading global professional microphone brand, today announced the availability of the PD500W Hybrid Microphone, a professional dynamic microphone system designed to support modern creators across podcasting, streaming, video production, interviews and live content creation. Combining 2.4 GHz wireless, USB-C and XLR connectivity with optional 32-bit float internal recording and safety-track backup, the PD500W offers a flexible audio solution for a range of production workflows.

The retail launch follows a successful 60-day Kickstarter campaign, which concluded on August 30, 2026, with 279 backers pledging US$100,124—more than double its original US$50,000 funding goal. The PD500W was developed around a practical challenge facing modern creators: a single recording session may begin at a desk, move to an on-location interview and later transition to a mobile or studio setup. By combining three connection options—USB-C, XLR and compatible 2.4 GHz wireless—with internal recording, the PD500W gives creators the flexibility to adapt to different devices and production environments without switching microphones.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Raiju V3 Pro Signature Edition, its flagship controller officially licensed for the PlayStation 5 console, built for players who want the highest level of performance and craftsmanship that has defined Razer engineering.

Introduced in 2016, the Raiju controller line has been refined over the past decade evolving into Razer's most advanced PlayStation controller ever. The Razer Raiju V3 Pro Signature Edition distills that decade of experience into a single form, balancing design, weight, and performance for players on the PlayStation 5 console who refuse to compromise.

High-performance gaming peripheral brand ATTACK SHARK is set to introduce the X60 Gaming Headset, its latest premium audio offering built to meet the demands of competitive gamers and multi-device users. The headset combines advanced acoustic engineering, ergonomic comfort, low-latency wireless performance, and an RGB-enabled charging dock with integrated hub functionality. It is a complete desktop audio solution built for FPS gaming, entertainment, and extended daily use.

Built for Competitive Audio Performance
The X60 features a 53 mm dynamic driver with a PEN nano-polymer diaphragm, a material widely used in professional audio equipment for its ability to reduce distortion and improve clarity. Combined with a large independent acoustic chamber and airflow-balancing technology, the design delivers precise sound reproduction with clear layering and accurate positional cues, helping players react faster in competitive gameplay. Premium Audio Quality—Experience rich, immersive sound with crisp footsteps, detailed in-game effects, and enhanced audio depth.

WavKong today announced the commercial launch of its V2700 long-range Wi-Fi 6 router following the successful fulfillment of all Kickstarter orders. Its approach to whole-home Wi-Fi is built on a simple principle: Improve the wireless signal at its source, then use the fewest nodes necessary to deliver reliable coverage across even the largest or most complex homes.

From the upstairs bedroom where a daughter streams and studies, to a garage, a backyard gathering, or a security camera on a barn, reliable Wi-Fi should reach the places people actually use—not just the room closest to the router.

GravaStar, the design-driven gaming hardware brand known for its sci-fi aesthetic, today announced the Mercury Edge Series. Led by Mercury Edge Pro, the lineup pairs GravaStar's distinctive design language with 53 mm dynamic drivers and spatial gaming audio. Mercury Edge adds versatile wireless connectivity and extended battery life, while Mercury Edge Lite offers a direct, battery-free USB-C experience.

Sculpted Design with a Distinct Gaming Identity
Inspired by skeletal architecture, the series combines flowing contours, polished transitions and layered earcup geometry with seven-color RGB lighting. Memory foam cushions, 90-degree rotating earcups and a sliding headband provide an adaptable over-ear fit.

Audio-Technica today announced the release of its ATH-M50xSTS-WL StreamSet wireless streaming headset, the first wireless model in the StreamSet lineup. Designed for streamers, content creators, and gamers, the headset combines the studio sound of the ATH-M50x professional monitor headphones with microphone technology based on Audio-Technica's 20 Series.

The ATH-M50xSTS-WL brings low-latency, interference-resistant 2.4 GHz digital wireless connectivity to the StreamSet range, expanding the lineup beyond its XLR and USB models. An included USB transceiver enables plug-and-play use with PCs and compatible gaming consoles, giving users the freedom of a cable-free streaming experience.

Logitech has released a Developer Edition of its MX Master 4 mouse that was launched back in September 2025. The company says that this is a tribute to the "developers who are shaping the digital world". However, the hardware is identical to the standard MX Master 4. The same 8,000 DPI sensor and MagSpeed scroll wheel capable of 1,000 lines per second. We can mention built-in haptic feedback and the Action Ring button for shortcuts. Then, it also has the same 650 mAh battery with up to 70 days of use, USB-C quick charging, and multi-device pairing. Basically, nothing has changed under the hood or in terms of functionality.

The differences are purely visual, as the new edition uses a two-tone dark and light gray scheme with bright green accents. There are laser-etched syntax annotations including // and </> markup tags, circuit traces, and a {Hello, World} execution prompt. Logitech has also added a few Easter eggs, 0xFF + 1 referencing World Programmers' Day, 09.17 for the Linux Kernel release date, and !04.01 for World Backup Day. The good news is that MX Master 4 Developer Edition costs the same as the standard model. The mouse is currently listed on the Logitech website for $120 / €130, together with the two-year warranty.

The Vantex V1 is a new mechanical keyboard project that recently launched on Kickstarter. It takes the columnar stagger ergonomic layout found on split keyboards, like the Corne or Silakka54 and builds it into a more manageable aluminium unibody chassis, replete with a central trackpad, for an all-in-one input solution. The Vantex V1 is available in both a tri-mode wireless (2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and USB-C wired) version, starting at $159 on Kickstarter ($159 MSRP) or in a wired version that starts at $129 on Kickstarter ($259 MSRP).

The Vantex V1 has a fairly compact, but adaptable 60% layout, although it uses only 1u or 1.25u keys for all but the long key under the trackpad, which should make it easy to get used to for newcomers to the ergonomic keyboard space, and it has three shortcut keys above the trackpad for custom mouse keys, navigation, macros, or other user-defined functionality. The central trackpad, arguably the star of the show, is a 45 × 45 mm unit with multitouch gestures, and Vantex says that the keyboard has four programmable layers, one of which can easily be set up as a mouse layer, depending on the included firmware, which has yet to be disclosed.

Mchose has officially launched its latest set of affordable wireless gaming headphones, the R9, which retail for $69, but have a pre-order discount of $49. The Mchose R9 headphones focus on a balance of price, sound quality, and comfort, with a lightweight design that comes in at 235 g, a floating headband with a steel frame and leatherette padding that evenly distributes pressure across the top of the head. The Mchose R9 features both Bluetooth 5.4 and 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, with an optional USB Type-C connection available for listening and charging.

The headband also features a sliding quick-adjust mechanism, 18° of vertical pivot, and 90° of swivel on the earcups. The R9 headset uses 53 mm composite drivers, and it has on-board memory with three customizable sound profiles to quickly adapt to different tasks and media. The EQ is controllable from Mchose's PC or mobile app. The R9 also has a detachable 360° microphone with AI noise reduction. Mchose also says it has tuned the R9 headset in collaboration with the EDG Valorant esports team in order to optimize the stock sound profile for footsteps, gunfire, and in-game audio.

Deviating from its usual line-up of understated, almost professional keyboard designs that mostly feature matte black and white designs with small splashes of color, Keychron has just released the J3 SE wireless mechanical keyboard in more playful "Pink" and "Pink Blue" colorways. The J3 SE features an easy-to-use 96% layout that makes few compromises to cut down on desk space—even including a full-size zero key in the num pad. Keychron sells the J3 SE on its site for $129.99.

The Keychron J3 SE has an ABS case, in either pastel pink or blue, while the Blue Pink colorway has a mix of white, pink, and blue keycaps, and the Pink colorway features keycaps in white, light pink, and a deeper salmon pink color. Both the Pink and Blue Pink variants of the J3 SE have double-shot PBT keycaps in the MDA profile, and there is a sizeable knob in the top right corner of the keyboard, above the num pad. Another notable feature is the inclusion of north-facing RGB backlighting, which should make it significantly easier to find shine-through keycaps that work properly with the keyboard.

Corsair has officially updated its Sabre V3 Pro mouse line-up with the PureVector series, a new partnership with Aimlabs that the brand claims can reduce aiming and correction time by as much as 33%. The PureVector nomenclature denotes a new tech developed by Corsair and Aimlabs that helps gamers optimize directional DPI to tune their mouse sensor for their own aiming style. The idea is that players would play through a calibration sequence inside Aimlabs while PureVector gathers data on their specific weak points and movement patterns, which the software will then use to build a custom DPI table based on movement direction, and then flash that directional DPI map to the mouse's firmware.

The new tech comes preloaded on six new Sabre v3 Pro PureVector models, spanning three materials and two distinct shapes. The Sabre v3 Pro PureVector series offers both a symmetrical shape—measuring 122.9 (L) × 64.1 (W) × 38.8 mm (H)—which is based on the Sabre v2 shape that launched in late 2025, and a new right-handed ergonomic shape that measures in at 125 (L) × 67.5 (W) × 44 (H) mm. Both shapes are available from Corsair with a shell made of regular ABS (Ultralight model, $179.99), carbon fiber (CF model, $229.99), and magnesium (MG model, $199.99), with the latter featuring cutouts in the top of the shell for weight reduction.

Small, adorable, and highly anticipated, the YUNZII C21 is finally on its way! If you think its charming appearance is all it has to offer, think again. The C21 is more than just a numpad keyboard. It also works as a calculator, with convenient tri-mode connectivity for flexible use. Its customizable TFT display lets you personalize your desktop with your favorite images and GIFs, while a built-in mini-game adds a little fun to your daily routine.

With backlighting and sidelight to create the perfect desktop atmosphere, plus an irresistibly fluffy tail accessory, the C21 brings together practical functions and playful cat-inspired charm in one compact design. Curious to see what makes this little cutie so special? Let's take a closer look!

HATOR Gaming B.V. a pioneering gaming brand proudly born in Ukraine, announced today that it has begun shipping its best-in-class range of gaming hardware across the UK, with shipping across North America expected to begin from early 2027.

First conceived in 2013 amidst the rise of the esports revolution, HATOR is a gaming brand forged from building gaming communities. Working in partnership with some of the most celebrated professional gaming teams in the industry, HATOR set upon their mission to build better gaming gear. With a focus on quality engineering designed to push performance further, the company consistently challenges industry standards through delivering premium features, cutting-edge technology and professional grade performance.

ATK has officially announced its latest collaboration: Pikachu-flavored versions of its Blazing Sky F1 V3 lightweight wireless gaming mouse and its RS7 Air Hall effect gaming keyboard. Both products have already been announced in China, but the official launch date is October 20, and an international launch appears to be a way out. The collaboration is an official deal with Game Freak and Nintendo, and the F1 V3 Pikachu Edition is listed as having a launch price of CNY 369 ($55 converted), with a regular MSRP of CNY 419 ($63 converted). The RS7 Air Pikachu edition will launch at CNY 399 ($60 converted), with an official MSRP of CNY 449 ($67 converted).

The ATK F1 V3 uses the same small-medium claw and palm grip-optimized shape as the F1 V3 Ultimate+, meaning it measures in at 118.2 × 62.4 × 38.8 mm, but it weighs in at 41 g ±3 g, which is 10% heavier than the Ultimate+, and it has the same PixArt PAW 3955 Master sensor and Nordic 54LM20 MCU as the original mouse. ATK claims that those internals afford the mouse a click latency of just 0.174 ms, and ATK claims a wireless battery life of 300 hours at 1 kHz polling, despite the relatively small 300 mAh battery. The F1 V3 can connect to the PC via both USB Type-C and via 2.4 GHz with up to 8 kHz polling over both connections. The clicks use ATK's custom optical switches, while the scroll wheel uses a TTC Gold encoder.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Barracuda V2 Pro, a premium multi-platform wireless gaming headset engineered for gamers who move seamlessly between desktop gaming and mobile use, with added flexibility for console and handheld play.

Built for the way gamers play today, the Barracuda V2 Pro combines Razer TriForce Bio-Cellulose 40 mm Drivers, THX Spatial Audio+, Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation, AI-powered microphone noise cancellation, and simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connectivity in a headset with up to 70 hours of battery life.

Feel a higher level of freedom when you perform with the new HDJ-F9 professional on-ear wireless DJ headphones from AlphaTheta—a world-class manufacturer of DJ equipment, featuring SonicLink ultra-low-latency wireless technology. SonicLink is the answer for artists who demand high-quality sound and reliability from their headphones but also want the freedom to move around and express themselves without the restrictions of cables. Even in wireless mode, the HDJ-F9 headphones produce crystal-clear sound and a dependable connection, while the SonicLink Touch Pairing with compatible DJ equipment offers effortless setup.

The headphones' minimalist design blends naturally into any setting, combining advanced features with a refined look. Using the dedicated HEADPHONES CONNECT app, you can even customize the color and brightness of the Status LED so it complements the theme of the event or music genre you're playing. You can also rename the headphones, configure the buttons for different functions and the built-in Find My Headphones feature lets you locate your headphones by playing a sound.

Microsoft has announced the Xbox Nano Controller, a pocket-sized gamepad priced at $49.99 (£44.99) that it calls its smallest controller yet. It measures just over five inches long and weighs a tiny 3.5 ounces, yet still packs all 18 standard gameplay inputs, plus a programmable Action Button for screenshots and gameplay capture. It connects over Xbox Wireless and Bluetooth, runs on a built-in rechargeable battery, and works with Xbox consoles, Windows PCs, iOS and Android devices, and select smart TVs. Microsoft hasn't shared battery life or color options yet, and there's no word on rumble or impulse triggers either. Pre-orders are open now, with the controller launching on November 4 across 36 markets, including the US, UK, Japan, and much of Europe.

Xbox is also lining up US holiday bundles, with select Samsung TVs and Meta Quest headsets coming with a Nano Controller and two months of Game Pass Ultimate for new members. A compact controller for TVs and VR headsets makes the most sense for cloud gaming, though the timing isn't great. Starting in November, Xbox Cloud Gaming gets monthly time limits, with Ultimate subscribers capped at 15 hours, Premium at 10, and Essential at 5, and extra hours costing more. At $49.99, the Nano also costs noticeably more than other compact controllers, such as CRKD's Atom+ at $29.99 and 8BitDo's Lite 2 at $34.99. Native Xbox Wireless support might justify some of that premium, but battery life will probably decide whether it's worth it.

1MORE, the professional audio brand, announces that the 1MORE SonoFlow Max HQ60 is now available worldwide. As the latest flagship model in the SonoFlow series, the 1MORE SonoFlow Max HQ60 combines advanced noise cancellation, high-resolution audio performance, and a comfort-focused design to support listening at home, at work, and on the go.

Designed for listeners who value sound quality and everyday versatility, the 1MORE SonoFlow Max HQ60 combines QuietMax 2.0 noise cancellation, a coaxial dual-driver acoustic architecture, THX certification, and extended battery life in a wireless over-ear headphone.

Epomaker has officially confirmed that it is planning to launch a 75% version of its popular Galaxy series mechanical keyboards, building on the Galaxy100, Galaxy100 Lite, Galaxy80, Galaxy70, and Galaxy68. Although pricing is yet to be confirmed, the keyboard was shown off in a recent Epomaker livestream, and there is already a product page for it on the Epomaker online store, denoting key specs and features. Speculation would put the Galaxy75 somewhere around the $80-100 price point, since the Galaxy68 and Galaxy70 are priced at $99.99 on Epomaker's website and Amazon. According to the site, the Galaxy75 will be available only with Epomaker's Creamy Jade linear switches.

Unlike the Galaxy70 and Galaxy68, the Galaxy75 follows a more traditional, no-frills 75% layout, replete with a key in the F13 position and a full four-key navigation column on the right edge of the keyboard. The construction is also fairly standard, with an aluminium chassis, polycarbonate switch plate, and five layers of sound-damping foam, all of which Epomaker says delivers a "dense thock" sound signature. The case is also gasket mounted, and the keyboard has two aesthetic touches in the sparkle in what appears to be an electrophoretic coating and in the keycap sets. The Galaxy75 will launch in three colors, each of which has a matching Cherry profile keycap set: the black keyboard comes with black and orange dye-sublimated keycaps with cityscape printing, and the lavender and pink versions come with a mix of dye-sublimated solid PBT keycaps with accent keycaps featuring opaque ABS under a clear PC layer with UV-printed legends.

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the launch of licensed gaming headsets featuring Charizard, Lucario, and Sylveon designs, developed in collaboration with The Pokémon Company International.

• Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed - Charizard Edition
• Razer BlackShark V3 X HyperSpeed - Lucario Edition
• Razer Kraken V4 X - Sylveon Edition

Razer only just released the Viper V4 Pro [read the TechPowerUp review here] and DeathAdder V4 Pro [review here], but it seems as though the PC gaming OEM isn't stopping there, with new images posted to X by @jakeufps and @kazeslvt revealing new models of both the Viper V4 Pro and DeathAdder V4 Pro.

According to the leakers, there will be at least three new mice coming out of Razer in the upcoming weeks: carbon fiber Viper and DeathAdder V4 Pros and a purple Viper V4 pro. Allegedly, the carbon fiber variants of the new Viper and DeathAdder V4 Pro mice will come with more than just a new shell material, since the DeathAdder V4 Pro will also be getting the new Focus Pro 50K Gen-3 sensor that's present in the Viper V4 Pro, along with improved battery life.

After announcing the Keychron G6 HE as its latest wireless gaming mouse, Keychron has officially made the new Hall effect gaming mouse available for pre-order and finally divulged the mouse's entire spec sheet and features list. The G6 HE is a 49 g wireless gaming mouse with a symmetrical shape, flagship internals—a PixArt PAW 3955 sensor and Nordic 54LM20A MCU with 8 kHz polling—and hybrid MagOpt Hall effect/Optical switches with adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger functionality. The official pre-order is now live on Keychron's online shop, with pricing starting at $89.99 for the swappable battery version and $74.99 for the built-in battery version, which is seemingly not yet available. While pre-orders are open already, shipping is only expected to start in late November.

The Keychron G6 HE weighs in at a respectable 49 g in wireless mode with the swappable battery installed, but that weight can be reduced to 41 g if run in wired mode. However, Keychron also includes two optional weight blocks for tuning the mouse to 56 g or 66 g, which may be preferred by some gamers for stability purposes. If you're looking for the lightest possible version of the G6 HE, the version with the built-in battery comes in at a svelte 42 g. The G6 HE measures in at 123.7 (l) × 63 (w) × 41 (h) mm, and it has a similar shape to the Logitech G Pro X mice. The shell is available in five frosted translucent colorways—lavender, mint, pink, ice, and smoke—as well as solid black and white. The main clicks feature 0.65 mm of total travel with 11 steps of actuation adjustment and a 100 million-click MTBF rating. It also features a 24-step optical scroll wheel and Keychron's new Zephyr-based ZGM open-source mouse firmware.