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Redragon Unveils FIZZ PRO K616

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Redragon launches FIZZ PRO K616 Keyboard. This keyboard is 60% the size of a conventional keyboard, can work with three connectivity modes, and boasts hot-swappable mechanical soft keys dedicated to FPS gamers.

 The Redragon FIZZ PRO K616 is built rugged to help you unleash your skills in the virtual arena. This 61-key gaming peripheral keeps enough room for mouse travel. While your right hand is scrubbing the mouse around, your left hand can work in tandem to smoothly glide over the soft key travel with HUANO’s super-quiet linear Red mechanical switches.

The FIZZ PRO K616 adds some rich RGB lights with 20 preset modes and complete control over the brightness and flow speeds. Professional graphic designers and gamers can take complete advantage of its built-in macros and key-binding shortcuts for more efficient work and play. The Redragon FIZZ PRO K616 features multiple modes of connectivity — Bluetooth and RF 2.4GHz so you can instantly switch between the rig of your choice within seconds. To take complete control without any lag in input, or when you run out of charge to operate the keyboard wirelessly, you can also switch to wired mode using the USB-C port. The wired option also helps recharge the internal batteries so you can continue work and play, non-stop.

The Redragon FIZZ PRO K616 Mechanical 3-Mode (BT/RF/USB-C) 60% Gaming RGB Keyboard is available in two colour options (Black and White-Grey) for an MRP of Rs 3,990 on redragon.in, originshop.co.in & Amazon.in

REDRAGON Introduce DRACONIC K530 PRO

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Redragon announces the launch of mechanical keyboard — the Draconic K530 Pro. The K530 is compact (40% smaller) and highly portable, with superior ergonomics and multi-device pairing. Complete with a premium build, RGB lights, and fully hot-swappable mechanical keys, this 61-key qwerty will change the way you work and play ahead.

The REDRAGON Draconic K530 Pro keyboard is compatible with almost all switch types in the market, no matter 3-pin or 5-pin. The easy-to-mod/update keys are basic tactile mechanical switches offering clear tactile feedback with an audible clicky that makes using it relaxing and fun.

The K530 Pro is designed with a 60% form factor to occupy the least amount of desk space so your mouse is free to move around without any hindrance. RGB backlight with 13 dynamic presets via the control software illuminate the keys with millions of colour options.

The K530 Pro shows off its skillful side with the ability to pair with up to four devices via three different connectivity options. Go wireless with its built-in upgraded v3.0/v5.0 Bluetooth and 2.4Ghz wireless options to connect with your laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Else switch to the true wired USB-C option (USB-C to USB-A converter included) for zero-latency 100% lag-free gaming. There’s a quick manual side switch option that makes it easier to toggle among 3 different wireless devices (2.4GHz/BT1/BT2).

The Redragon Draconic K530 Pro Mechanical 3-Mode (Wireless + Wired + BT) 60% Gaming RGB Keyboard will be available at MRP Rs 5,990 for a limited time offer period, on Redragon.in & Amazon.in

Logitech announces MX Keys Keyboard for India

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Logitech has added a new keyboard to its already wide portfolio for the Indian market. Called MX Keys, this Master series wireless keyboard promises powerful and reliable performance, thanks to the Perfect Stroke technology – a tactile low-profile typing experience.

Engineered in Switzerland, the MX Keys is equipped with smart illumination that detects the hand and the ambient light to turn on or off backlight and has a battery life of up 10 days on a full charge if you use the backlight or up to 5 months without it. It supports USB Type-C connectivity and comes with an easy switch button to toggle between three different computers easily.

The Logitech MX Keys is priced at Rs. 12,995.

Bobble AI introduces a Marathi keyboard with their dedicated ‘Animated Bigmojis’

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Recognising the challenges faced by many across India, who converse primarily in their local languages, Bobble AI have announced the launch of a keyboard designed specifically for those who speak Marathi – making it easier to communicate and send messages during the extremely popular festival of Ganesh Chaturthi.

Dedicated to the 70-million-plus Marathi speaking community in India, the Marathi keyboard is also integrated with dedicated ‘Animated Bigmojis’, which enables users to send magnified emojis from the emoji panel by pressing on the emoji longer. Bobble AI also is the first to introduce this feature into keyboards and for the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi which starts in 2 days, they have also featured special emojis of Ganapati Bappa/Lord Ganesh.

When it comes to functionality, Bobble’s Marathi keyboard is one of the newest Marathi input tools out there for phones running on Android. Users are able to text in Marathi, either by typing in Marathi or through the keyboard’s impressive English to Marathi translator. More so, Bobble’s Marathi keyboard also has the unique capability of autocorrecting, which understands the user’s intent.

Bobble AI have also mentioned that, ‘there is automated word prediction on local phrases like tumcha svāgat aso, tu kasā āhes, su-prabhāt pūnhā bhetū,lavakar barē vhā! Abhinandana, among many others’.

To make life easier, Bobble’s Marathi keyboard has an incredible speech recognition software that can recognise the authentic Marathi accent and convert it into well-versed text messages, thus, allowing users the luxury of not typing at all.

The users can create their personalised cartoon avatar through the ‘Cartoon Head and with merely a selfie can access to 1000’s of stickers and GIFs.

“Bobble AI empowers millions of Indians to communicate in 100+ languages and expressive content. The company is actively creating more stickers, gifs, and memes for regional consumption, as a result, the adoption of regional languages has been taking place in every millisecond. The Marathi keyboard is introduced because there was a need for such medium, after all, there is nothing more authentic and persuasive than what one friend says to another”, says Ankit Prasad, Founder and CEO, Bobble AI.

Bobble AI’s Marathi keyboard is available for Android users and can be downloaded through this link.

For more information, please visit the Marathi keyboard’s dedicated web page or this page.

Razer Ornata is the world’s first mecha-membrane keyboard

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Gaming device-maker Razer has announced the Razer Ornata keyboard series featuring Razer Mecha-Membrane technology. The gaming keyboards have been designed to combine the best of both worlds by using a membrane rubber dome design with mechanical key technology. This results in a soft, cushioned touch delivering a tactile click with each keystroke.

The Razer Mecha-Membrane is a unique mid-height key-cap hybrid, which, the company claims, provides a comfortable and efficient typing experience unique to the Ornata. The Chroma features individually backlit keys powered by Razer Chroma technology which makes use of customisable lighting features that can be synced across various devices. There are around 16.8 million colours and a large variety of effects available.

Custom settings can be created using the Razer Synapse software platform, which can also be shared with other Razer software users via the Razer Chrome Workshop. Currently, in-game Razer Chroma lighting profiles have been integrated into games titles such as Overwatch, Call of Duty: Black Ops III, Blade and Soul etc. These profiles can display tutorials, in-game actions and more.

An alternate version of the Razer Ornata with monochrome green back-lighting is available with the ability to display dynamic lighting effects via Razer Synapse.

The Razer Ornata chrome is priced at $99 while the monochrome Ornata is $20 cheaper at $79. Both will be available worldwide from October 2016.