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Mouse pads aren’t the total necessity they once were. On some surfaces, they’re still quite mandatory. On others, they can help manage mouse sensors perform a little better. So when you invest in a high quality mouse with a powerful sensor, it only makes sense to get a mouse pad that can help you get the most out of your equipment. Choosing Hard-Surface Plastic and …

Gaming headsets are put together with certain types of players in mind. The same is true for wireless headsets, which are made for specific types of listening. Picking great headphones is mostly about finding overlap between your own needs, and the kinds of features any particular pair of cans are able to offer. But there’s one small complication. Gaming headsets are a stunningly competitive market …

In moderation, blue light is beautiful. In excess, it can lead to headaches, sleeping problems, and much more. That’s a bit of a problem because smartphones, tablets, PC monitors, and televisions all give off an enormous amount of blue light. Doing so helps them generate truly bright whites in their color space, which looks great. But it also takes a toll on your eyes. Even …

It’s usually inelegant to run lengthy HDMI cables. At least, unless you’re able to run them inside of a wall. In most circumstances, going wireless is the best option for getting around those kind of issues. Though you’re not going to find great wireless support for UHD content, there are plenty of HDMI sender/receiver kits capable of carrying crystal clear HD signals. Wireless HDMI signals …

Many computers have an Achilles heel when it comes to expandability. Because they’re often made to ensure systems cannot be improved by installing new core components. Occasionally this is done in the name of convenience, and occasionally it’s done in the name of cost. Whatever the reason, it can present an obstacle to almost anyone who didn’t built their computer from scratch. But it was …