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REDRAGON ‘K673 Pro SE’ Gaming Keyboard hits markets

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REDRAGON, unveils its latest mechanical RGB gaming keyboard — the K673 Pro SE. This compact 81-key keyboard is designed to captivate both casual and hard-core gamers. It isn’t just about performance — it’s about immersing gamers into their world with style and precision. Vibrant RGB lighting, sleek aesthetics, and top-tier functionality set this keyboard apart from conventional gaming keyboards in the market.

Anime girl Eisa is an adorable and reliable waifu character, and this is where the REDRAGON anime-themed accessory line up era evolves. Designed to bring a fresh and engaging aesthetic to your gaming setup, the K673 Pro SE is more than just a visual addition. It has a dual UV precise spray paint with vivid printing and a wear resistant coating. Eisa embodies the spirit of the K673 Pro, fusing personality, performance, and comfort into a single, beautifully crafted gaming keyboard. The keyboard sports 5-sided Dye-Sub PBT keycaps, precisely ornamented with intricate patterns and theme essentials that enhance its durability and ensure a long-lasting, vibrant appearance.

While demonstrating awesome aesthetics is just the first part, this keyboard is primarily built to perform. It features a precision-locked gasket structure to minimize noise while enhancing flexibility and ensuring the most comfortable typing experience ever. Additionally, the K673 Pro SE is packed with cutting-edge innovations such as advanced tri-mode connectivity that allows you to connect via USB-C wired, Bluetooth 3.0/5.0, or 2.4GHz wireless and also switch between devices effortlessly.

Refining the experience even further, the keyboard integrates five layers of noise reduction which consists of 3.5mm PO foam, IXPE switch foam, a PET sound pad, bottom socket foam, and a silicone dampener. All these materials work together to create ultra-clean acoustics with each keystroke. The materials come together to eliminate up to 95% hollow sounds and up to add up to 25% additional noise dampening. Enjoy your gaming without those unwanted clicking sounds.

The K673 Pro is 75% more compact than a conventional keyboard with an 81-key layout and all the essential function keys smartly integrated. You get an optimized desk space without having to compromise on accessibility. Thanks to its thick-lubed custom linear switches, you get a fast, creamy, and elastic typing feedback — perfect for gamers and workaholics who demand precision and comfort. Customization is a breeze for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts with the hot-swappable key design which supports universal 3-pin and 5-pin switches. There’s also a multi-functional Easy-Access knob that further adds convenience while gaming so you can instantly adjust backlight brightness, media playback, and volume with a simple press.

The keyboard features a large 4000mAh battery that can stay on continuously for up to 7 days with the backlights turned on, or up to a whopping 45 days without it. And when you want to check on the battery status, a simple [FN]+[Alt] keypress lights up the number buttons to give you the exact status. The K673 Pro SE sports up to 18 RGB backlight modes, with 5 levels of brightness and speed levels.

The REDRAGON K673 Pro SE RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is now available for just INR 7,990 on Redragon.in, Amazon.in and Flipkart.com.

GROOVES Unveils ‘Fort’ Gaming TWS Earbuds

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Grooves, announces its latest ENC Gaming TWS Earbuds Fort. Designed especially for hardcore gamers and entertainment enthusiasts, the Fort TWS deliver a truly immersive experience sporting a massive 80 hours of battery life, up to 45dB noise cancellation, and synchronized audio-visual performance. Equipped with cutting-edge features, these earbuds redefine gaming audio with premium sound quality and intelligent noise reduction, all within a futuristic design element.

At the launch, Sudhanshu Kumar Singh, E-Commerce Head of Grooves India, stated, ” At GROOVES, we believe that audio is a crucial element of the gaming experience, and the Fort Gaming TWS ENC Earbuds are designed to deliver both performance and style. With ultra-low latency, powerful 13mm drivers, and advanced noise cancellation, these earbuds ensure gamers stay fully immersed in every moment. The futuristic design, complete with Jaguar Mechanical RGB lighting, adds a dynamic touch that complements any gaming setup. Whether for intense battles or casual entertainment, the Fort TWS earbuds provide crystal-clear audio, seamless connectivity, and all-day comfort. We are excited to bring this innovative product to the gaming community.

Each Fort TWS earbud features a large 13mm dynamic drive that produces powerful bass and crisp highs for a captivating audio experience. Boasting Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC), the Fort TWS ensures uninterrupted communication, while its CVC noise filtering technology helps capture and enhance human voices accurately, making every in-game chat and music playback crystal clear. Whether engaging in intense battles or enjoying a cinematic soundtrack, the earbuds deliver rich, distortion-free sound for every moment. Designed for seamless connectivity, the Fort TWS leverages the latest and most advanced Bluetooth v5.3 for stable and lag-free connections. Thanks to its ultra-low latency of just 40ms, you can experience real-time synchronized audio and video, with split-second reactions in fast-paced games and movies. Additionally, the intelligent CVC noise reduction isolates all external interferences, so you can stay focused on your game or music without surrounding distractions.

The Fort TWS makes a bold statement with its ABS spaceship-inspired shell and Jaguar Mechanical RGB lighting. The RGB Breathing charging case adds a beautiful and vibrant touch, complementing the gaming aesthetic from every angle. Each bud weighs just 5.5g, ensuring all-day comfort, while the case’s internal 400mAh battery extends play sessions without frequent recharges for up to 80 hours of continuous use. Designed to provide an immersive experience with cutting-edge style, the Fort TWS earbuds are a must-have for gamers and music lovers alike. The Grooves Fort Gaming TWS is available for just INR 1,699 on Amazon and Flipkart.

TP-Link Teams Up with Optiemus

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Optiemus Electronics Limited (“OEL”) announced a strategic partnership with TP-Link, a leading global electronics brand, to manufacture its world-class networking devices and smart home products in India. This collaboration reinforces TP-Link’s commitment towards the ‘Make in India’ vision and bolsters India’s resolve to become the global hub for telecom and electronics manufacturing.

Under the partnership, OEL will be manufacturing a range of key telecom and IoT products like GPON (ONT), cameras (Security and Surveillance), Home Wi-Fi routers, Enterprise Routers, Modems/ Gateways, SOHO Switches, and other network expansion devices. These products will be manufactured in OEL’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility having a capacity to produce up to 6 million devices per year.

This collaboration will also pave the way forward to develop and manufacture electronic products for export markets. OEL has been already investing in the development of a strong local ecosystem. OEL will continue to focus on developing a local supply chain to provide power adapter, mechanical parts, and more for TP-Link. This will reduce import dependencies, and provide better control on supply.

This strategic partnership will contribute significantly in India’s step towards becoming an information technology (IT) manufacturing hub. Together this partnership will create more employment opportunities in the country.

The production of Made-in-India TP-Link products will commence from February 2025 and finished products will be available for domestic market by March 2025. A. Gururaj, Managing Director, Optiemus Electronics Limited said, “We are excited to partner with TP-Link, a globally leading name in networking devices, in line with our strategic vision of forging alliances with global leaders. This marks a significant milestone also for Optiemus, as we enter a new category in electronics manufacturing and move forward in further diversification. Collaborating with such a renowned global IT brand

will also enhance our potential to drive exports and deliver world-class products to international markets. By leveraging our advanced manufacturing capabilities in telecom and electronics products and TP-Link’s technological expertise, we aim to deliver world-class products while contributing to job creation, skill development, and the overall vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.”

Sanjay Sehgal, Director & COO of TP-Link commented on the collaboration, noting its significance in deepening their involvement in India’s thriving electronics manufacturing landscape. “The rapid growth in India’s data consumption and broadband adoption presents a compelling opportunity to cater to this dynamic market with locally manufactured products. The partnership advances the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat while creating opportunities to explore global export markets, highlighting the competitiveness of products manufactured in India and strengthening the country’s reputation as a trusted manufacturing hub for the international market” he said.

TP-Link Introduces Scheme for Partners

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TP-Link, announce its latest partner-focused initiative – the “Jet Set Link” Scheme, designed exclusively for Tier 3 partners. Running from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025, this scheme offers partners incredible rewards for their continued support and outstanding performance.

Elaborating on the initiative, Mohit Maheshpuria, General Manager – SMB, TP-Link India, said “We value our partners immensely and it’s our constant endeavor to strive for the same and keep rewarding their hard work and commitment. The ‘Jet Set Link’ scheme is our way of beginning of new calendar year to motivate them and achieve new milestones while building a strong business ecosystem.”

The scheme is a multi-slab incentive one having different milestones to achieve and with each milestone the reward gets increased. The first slab is of achieving a target of Rs 25 Lakhs and a partner gets entitled for 10 units of TP-Link EAP225 Wireless Access Point free. In the second slab on achieving a target of Rs 45 Lakhs, the winner gets 10gram gold coin. The top slab is of Rs 75 Lakhs and on completing the target, the partner is entitled for a couple ticket to Europe for a 4-night/5-day trip.

The scheme is applicable to purchases made through Regional Distributors and National Distributors, focusing on the Switches, Access Points, Routers and Gateways with specific SKUs. Details of the product SKUs and other terms and conditions included are available with TP-Link sales team, National Distributors teams and Regional Distributors teams.

ECS Unveils Digital Solutions at ISE Barcelona 2025

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Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) announce its participation in ISE 2025, which will be held from February 4 to 7 at Booth No. 4P260 in Hall 4, Fira Barcelona, Spain. At the event, ECS will showcase its full lineup of LIVA Mini PCs, including the ultra-compact Q series, versatile Z series, high-performance One series, rugged M series, and the X series for multi-display digital signage. These solutions are ideal for a range of applications, including digital signage, smart vending machines, kiosks, factory automation, and AOI systems.

LIVA X3A Mini PC: Advanced Digital Signage Solution with Android and Multi-Display Support

The ECS LIVA X3A is a powerful ARM-based digital signage player designed for diverse applications such as retail stores, shopping malls, restaurants, banks, hotels, and airports. Equipped with ContentSync software, the X3A offers flexible, easy-to-manage digital signage solutions. Powered by the Rockchip RK3588 processor, 8GB LPDDR5 memory, and 64GB eMMC storage, it supports up to four HDMI ports, delivering three 4K UHD video outputs and one HD video output simultaneously.

ContentSync enables smooth, intuitive management with features like screen splicing for seamless dynamic displays and customizable scheduling options. The modular design of the LIVA X3A allows for easy expansion with two optional boxes: PoE (Power over Ethernet) for IP surveillance integration, and 4G LTE for outdoor advertising applications, such as in public plazas, bus stations, or vehicle-based mobile ads.

With its fanless design and DIN-rail mounting, the LIVA X3A ensures stable operation, easy installation, and low maintenance, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of commercial digital signage needs.

LIVA Z5 PLUS Series Mini PC: Optimized for Self-Service Kiosks

The ECS LIVA Z5 PLUS Series Mini PC delivers high-performance computing in a compact design, making it an ideal solution for various self-service kiosk applications, including self-ordering systems, vending machines, parking payment terminals, and ticketing services. Powered by the 13th/14th Generation Intel® Core™ i Processor, the system offers scalable memory and storage options, ensuring powerful performance with energy efficiency.

Equipped with USB4 (20Gbps) and USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) ports, it ensures ultra-fast connectivity for smooth operation. The LIVA Z5E PLUS and Z5F PLUS models are designed with two COM ports supporting RS232/422/485 and two additional RS232 COM ports, facilitating seamless integration with various kiosk peripherals, such as credit card readers, barcode scanners, coin/bill validators, keypads, and thermal printers. This versatility and performance make the LIVA Z5 PLUS series a reliable choice for self-service kiosk environments.

LIVA Q3D Series Mini PC: Compact, Versatile, and Ideal for Multiple Applications

The ECS LIVA Q3D and Q3H Mini PCs are built with the Intel® Jasper Lake processor, offering compact yet powerful performance. Featuring up to 128GB of eMMC storage and multiple USB ports, these devices allow for easy peripheral expansion. The LIVA Q3 series also includes HDMI CEC remote control functionality, enabling users to power the PC on and off using a TV remote.

The LIVA Q3H model comes with an HDMI-in port, making it perfect for video conferencing and meeting systems. It allows seamless connection to a guest PC, enabling projection through the existing video setup. With its small footprint, the LIVA Q3 series is also an excellent choice for applications like digital signage, self-service kiosks, and vending machines, offering flexibility and convenience in a wide range of environments.