The Cooler Master Storm Scout is a midsize-tower LAN/Gaming computer case with all of the associated bells and whistles. The “gaming case” identity seems to be doled out to just about any case with lights and fans nowadays, so let us try to evaluate what makes this case more suitable for these purposes. Continue reading

Logitech is constantly attempting to up the bar in terms of quality and features added for gaming keyboards. This one is no exception, not in the least bit, but comes with a steep price tag. When asked if I’d be willing to review Logitech’s new G19 keyboard I jumped at the opportunity. I was not too familiar with the keyboard; in fact the only feature I was aware of at that time was the inclusion of a color LCD display in the middle. But after researching the new features, I just couldn’t wait to get my hands on this baby! Continue reading

I’m a fan of cloth mousepads. They’ve always held up for years, worked best with mechanical mice, and have never let me down. I have one mousepad signed by Leo Laporte and Patrick Norton (Honk if you remember TechTV) that I regularly use, and has not faded. I’ve since stopped using a mousepad with my ownership of optical and laser-based mice, but I still miss the ever-present rubber-backed cloth on my desk. The Zowie Gear Mousepad presents itself as a cloth mousepad that has caught up with the times. It’s waterproof, durable, large in size, and will present the hardwearing feel of cloth once more. Continue reading

The Microsoft Sidewinder X8 presents itself as Microsoft’s new flagship gaming mouse. Having been a Logitech user for years, I am eager to try the X8, and to see how the BlueTrack technology performs. Continue reading

Having a great system is vital to gaming. However, having a great case to house all those components can be just as important to the LAN party scene. The weight, size, and construction of the case and even more important, the look, are the integral parts of a system that will be hauled around to LAN parties. Cooler Master’s recently launched Sniper computer chassis is part of the new CM Storm product line and was designed with these concerns in mind. Continue reading