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If you’ve not heard of it before, the Razer Edge gaming tablet can seem like a bit of an odd unicorn. While we’ve heard of gaming tablets before, this really does appear to be one of the most grand efforts a company has made thus far – especially considering the rise of the Android tablet and the iPad – both of which could be considered “gaming tablets” in their own right. What have we got here then? We’ve got Windows 8, a 3rd-gen Intel Core i7 processor, 256GB SSD, and a fabulous 8GB of RAM – and NVIDIA graphics, too!

Of course with NVIDIA GT 640M LE (1GB DDR3, Optimus Technology) you’ve not exactly got the biggest, baddest beast in the land, but you’re still running with a brand that boasts its greatness on a daily basis. The tablet itself is 278.5 mm x 178.85 mm x 19.5 mm / 10.9″ x 7″ x .80″ – not exactly tiny. All that comes in the PRO version – there’s also a basic edition which you can find out more about in our fabulous original rundown.

“This isn’t the kind of device you’re going to be bringing to highschool to play during class.”

Since we saw this device back at CES 2013 for our most recent hands-on adventure, the tablet itself has been modified just a bit – but for the most part, it’s still the same device we described then as “a rather interesting combination of ‘why would I want this’ and ‘take my money right this minute’”. You’ll almost certainly be saying one of the two when you see the price: $1,450 USD brand new for the PRO – go grab one!

If you need a bit more convincing, hear this: this is just about as close to NVIDIA’s Project SHIELD that you’re going to get until later this year. With a 10.1-inch 1366×768 IPS display up front and Windows under the hood, it’s also the only experience you’re going to get like this on the market today. Unless you create your own handlebars and control connections for your own Windows 8 tablet, that is.

There’s also a keyboard dock, mind you. We’re expecting that this tablet will have no end to its accessory add-ons throughout its life. Expect the oddities to roll in!

Why would you want it?

Because playing games on a 10.1-inch tablet is cool, but playing games on a 10.1-inch tablet with a massive set of physical controls attached is even cooler. This device isn’t for everyone, but if you’re the sort of person that’s looking for a gaming experience that’s not exactly like one you’ve ever had before, this is a good place to start!

Have a peek at our hands-on with the Razer Edge and get pumped up about our future coverage as well – this is a rather unique experience, we assure you – don’t miss it!

Razer Edge gaming tablet: What the heck is it? is written by Chris Burns & originally posted on SlashGear.
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When it comes to gaming peripherals, I am quite sure that many folks would have the name Razer clearly embedded within their kinds, and for obvious reasons, too. Well, here we are with something that most folks tend to overlook as they concentrate more on the hardware power underneath the hood, in addition to the size of their monitor, and of course, who can leave out a thumping audio system to complement the awesome graphics? You will also need a decent gaming keyboard that has enough memory for a plethora of macro controls, while a gaming mouse which works best to the genre of games that you play is also important. Having said that, the kind of surface which your gaming mouse glides over is also important, and this is where Razer’s latest achievement, the Razer Megasoma 2 Mouse Mat, comes in handy.

The Razer Megasoma 2 Mouse Mat is said to be a revolutionary hybrid gaming mouse mat that comes with two kinds of surfaces – hard, as well as soft. In a nutshell, this hybrid gaming mouse mat will bring together the best of both worlds, combining the stability and performance of a hard mat with the flexibility and comfort of a soft surface.

Since it works that way, you as the gamer will enjoy the benefits of both hard and soft surfaces, where the silicon remains taut and stable for consistent mousing performance and precise motion control. While doing so, it is also flexible, just like a soft mat, so that users are able to enjoy a cushioned feel underneath their hands thanks to its cloth-top layer. Other improvements found in the Razer Megasoma 2 compared to its predecessor include an ergonomically thinner profile, an anti-static treated surface and anti-fraying edges which will go great lengths in increasing its durability. The Razer Megasoma 2 mouse mat is now available worldwide for $39.99/€39.99 a pop.
[ Razer Megasoma 2 Mouse Mat copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

If you’ve laid hands (or just eyes) on Razer’s Blade, Edge, Switchblade or Hydra, then you’re familiar with John Wilson’s work. As VP of the firm’s Systems Product Group, Wilson has headed up the design of a bevy of gaming products. He talked shop on stage here at Expand, and then spoke with us backstage about Rahul Sood’s new role as an advisor at the firm, why Razer decided to whip up a tablet instead of a console and just how hard it was cramming a discrete GPU into a slate. Venture past the jump for the video interview.

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It was at the beginning of this month when Razer began to take in pre-orders of their two Windows 8-powered gaming tablets, namely the Razer Edge as well as the pricier Razer Edge Pro. Well, the company’s CEO, Min-Liang Tan announced over Facebook that they will suspend pre-orders for the Razer Edge Pro at the moment because of high demand.

Min-Liang Tan stated, “We’ve had to stop taking pre-orders for the Razer Edge Pro as the pre-orders have gone beyond our foreseeable manufacturing capacity (i.e. all stock is sold out for the months to come) … We’re doing everything we can to get more units out in the coming months. We appreciate the patience.
The post did not state how many units of the Razer Edge Pro were ordered. Just a reminder: the 10.1 tablet has a Intel Core i7 processor, and an NVIDIA GT640M LE GPU and 8GB of DDR3 RAM. A 128GB version was being sold for $1,299 while a 256GB version was selling for for $1,499.”

Did this bit of news bum you out or what?

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Razer and Riot Games have teamed up to roll out the League of Legends Collector’s Edition products, offering high end gaming peripherals for what is deemed by many to be the “world’s premiere PC gaming title.” The Razer Naga Hex, long recognized to be the only mouse in the gaming market that was specially optimized for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) gaming, sports half a dozen large, mechanical thumb buttons as well as a custom League of Legends logo, in addition to a detailed rune script on its scroll wheel.

You will be able to enjoy the Razer Naga Hex alongside a League of Legends-branded Razer Goliathus mouse mat, where the latter was specially designed to enhance swift movements whenever you are involved in fast-paced lane wars across the Summoner’s Rift. Regardless of which product that you decide to pick up, either one will feature an in-box code that enables you to unlock one of the game’s champions and skin.

Do bear in mind that the in-box codes are available in North America, Europe and China only, so those who live in other regions would have to deal with what we call “tough luck”. More incentive to get that green card application, no?

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