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Gamers are extremely fussy about the kind of hardware that they use, and most of the time, they would stick to a particular brand for each kind of device. For instance, some folks would swear by Razer for their keyboards, Turtle Beach for the headphones, and ROCCAT for the mouse. Assuming you have yet to give other brands a try, why not open up your heart a little and make sure that other manufacturers have a chance? ROCCAT has just announced that they have made available the Phantom White version of their ROCCAT Kone Pure Color gaming mouse, and this will come in a limited edition format as usual.

The Phantom White variation of the limited edition Kone Pure Color sure sounds like a treat, but do bear in mind that apart from the aesthetic change on the outside, everything else underneath the hood would pretty much remain the same, similar to the original Kone Pure. In fact, the Color edition will arrive with a high-end 8,200 DPI Pro-Aim R3 laser sensor and high quality Omron switches, while boasting of features such as Easy-Shift[+], Easy-Aim and ROCCAT Talk, making the Kone Pure Color is a powerful and potent weapon in the hands of gamers who are duking it out for point-streaks, lanes and bases.

This happens to be one of a series of limited edition products that rolled out to the masses throughout the entire year, which also happens to be the “Year of the Kone”, as part of a celebration of the fifth anniversary of the Kone series. The Phantom White variation of the gaming mouse is not the first to see a color change, as it follows up on efforts by the likes of the Inferno Orange, Hellfire Red and Polar Blue Kone Pure Colors.

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[ ROCCAT Kone Pure Color Phantom White version announced copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

At long last, the highly acclaimed ROCCAT Power-Grid app is now available to the public for free download, which is due since the software has already reached its open beta phase. Power-Grid has been described to be a game-changing software which comprises of a smartphone app, which will be available on both iOS and Android platforms, while it also has accompanying host software that runs on Windows. This particular technology would be able to transform your smartphone into a sophisticated, fully customizable remote control for the PC, helping it extend the environment of the gamer onto your smartphone.

Power-Grid will boast of numerous preset Grids and Controls which work great in offering functionality that range from adjusting Windows settings to executing in-game macro sequences in popular games, including StarCraft II and League of Legends. Gamers can also create their own extensively configurable Grids and Controls, so that they will be comfortable according to their own specific needs and desires. The new Power-Grid website has been launched at the same time, offering a database for those who are looking for additional Grids and Controls. The database itself will feature ROCCAT as well as community content for added value.

Power-Grid relies on WiFi to hook up the smartphone to the PC, so commands from the phone are executed on the PC in real time. [Press Release]

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For those who have been in the PC gaming scene for more than a decade already, you would know that when it comes to high end gaming peripherals, serious gamers basically do not compromise with the kind of equipment that they use. Some of them have their preferred brand that they would stick with, and that is perfectly normal. ROCCAT Studios is one of the big league names, where this Hamburg-based manufacturer of competition gaming peripherals has just announced the immediate availability of the optical version of its award-winning Kone Pure gaming mouse.

Yes sir, at long last, this latest addition to the ROCCAT Studios gaming mice family would mean there is a Kone Pure available regardless of your preference – if you want the maxed out DPI of a laser mouse, there is something for you, whle others who prefer the unique feel of an optical sensor gliding over their mousepad, will also have something to smile about. The Kone Pure Optical is said to merge the design innovations and ergonomic shape of original Kone Pure, measuring roughly 91% the size of the Kone, while boasting of an ultra-accurate, cutting-edge Pro-Optic optical sensor.

Not only that, the Kone Pure optical gaming mouse will also come equipped with high-quality Omron switches, in addition to ROCCAT innovations such as Easy-Shift[+], Easy-Aim, and ROCCAT Talk, and a high-end sensor that has an adjustable DPI of up to true 4,000 DPI.

ROCCAT founder and CEO René Korte said, “The new sensor featured in the Kone Pure Optical is the successor to the sensor featured in the famous Savu mouse. The Savu drew praise from gamers and reviewers alike, who complimented the mouse for its accurate and reliable tracking. Building on this success, the Kone Pure Optical has a new and more powerful MCU, which features more memory, and two new native DPI steps.” The new Kone Pure Optical gaming mouse can be yours for $69.99 a pop.

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[ ROCCAT Studios announces optical Kone Pure gaming mouse copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Gamers will be gamers, especially the hardcore ones who will definitely want to have nothing but the very best hardware each time they are out for some digital blood. Having said that, since there is a fair number of gaming hardware manufacturers to choose from in the market, you know for sure that you are spoilt for choice, and this is where brand loyalty steps in to save the day for your company. Roccat of Germany has just announced the availability of the Inferno Orange, Polar Blue and Hellfire Red variations of the limited edition Kone Pure Color, where it is similar to the original Kone Pure in terms of specifications, boasting of a high-end 8,200 DPI Pro-Aim R3 laser sensor as well as high quality Omron switches. Other features that you can find within the Roccat Kone Pure Color would include Easy-Shift[+], Easy-Aim and ROCCAT Talk, turning it into a formidable “weapon” in the hands of gamers fighting for point-streaks, lanes and bases.

In fact, the Roccat Kone Pure Color is one of a series of limited edition products which will be introduced to the masses in the course of this year, as 2013 has been said to mark the “Year of the Kone”, where Roccat is celebrating the five-year anniversary of the Kone range. Those who want the Phantom White variation of the mouse will have to wait until sometime later this year, in addition to a slew of other limited edition devices.

Just some background information so that everyone else is on the same page – the very first Kone was the first product that Roccat developed way back in 2008, as CEO and Founder René Korte reminisced about the early days of Roccat. Korte said, “Early on, I was involved in the professional gaming scene. So, I was aware of the many professional players who were dissatisfied with their gaming devices. Since then our overall mission has been to build high-quality peripherals that satisfy the needs of all ambitious gamers.” Five years down the road and you end up with the Kone series, touted to be one of the most successful gaming devices in the world.

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[ Roccat announces Kone Pure Color limited edition models copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

When it comes to gaming, having the right kind of hardware is extremely important to the gamer. However, just because a particular gaming peripheral comes with the best specifications, this does not mean that it is the most suitable for everyone. After all, it appeals and works differently for everyone, and so too, the same can be said of the ROCCAT Ryos mechanical gaming keyboard that offers unique per-key illumination.

The ROCCAT Ryos is said to have elevated mechanical gaming keyboards to a totally new level, where it comes with up to two 32-bit ARM cortex processors, boasting the ability to display key functions, macros and even health or mana bars. Each purchase comes with a SDK which opens up a whole new world of possibilities that is limited by virtually the player’s imagination. 2MB of internal flash memory ensures the ROCCAT Ryos is ultra responsive, and you can choose from four different CHERRY MX key switches (black, brown, red, and blue colors).

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