Recent #Peripherals news in the semiconductor industry
➀ SteelSeries launches QCK Performance mouse pads with three specialized surfaces: Speed, Balance, and Control for different playstyles;
➁ The larger-than-average 'Large' size (19.3×16.5 inches) may encroach on desk space, while the XL variant adapts better for extended setups;
➂ The Balance variant emerged as the reviewer's favorite, combining durability with a familiar micro-woven texture akin to SteelSeries' classic QCK Heavy.
➀ USB 2.0, introduced in 2000, revolutionized data transfer with 480 Mbps speeds, replacing legacy ports like parallel and serial interfaces;
➁ Despite delayed adoption by PC makers and OS support, it became mainstream by 2004 due to cost-effectiveness and compact design;
➂ Even with modern USB4 offering 80 Gbps, USB 2.0 remains widely used for low-speed peripherals like keyboards and budget devices like the iPhone 16e.
➀ Angry Miao, a Chinese PC gaming peripherals specialist, is promoting its new Infinity Mouse with an 'infinite battery' feature;
➁ The company's Kickstarter campaign has raised over $71,000;
➂ Concerns have been raised about the 'infinite battery' claim, with the company now suggesting it should be called an 'Instant Charging Mouse'.
➀ The Cougar Revenger Pro 4K offers a simple yet effective design and performs exceptionally well, but the 4K dongle has issues.
➁ The mouse is comfortable for large hands and includes additional grip tape and PTFE skates.
➂ Despite the 4K dongle's problems, the mouse's performance and price make it a solid choice.
➀ The Logitech G502 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse is on sale for $79.99 at Amazon, saving $70.
➁ It features Logitech's Hero 25K sensor with adjustable sensitivity, a tunable weight system, 11 customizable buttons, and RGB lighting.
➂ Battery life is up to 60 hours, and it can be used in wired mode while charging.