T-Mobile has announced that on November 3, its customers can get free OnePlus Nord N300 5G when they add a line. Moreover, Metro by T-Mobile customers will also be able to get the device for free when switching.
According to T-Mobile, new and existing customers can enjoy these benefits in-store and online. With this offer, the company becomes the only wireless provider in the U.S to offer the latest OnePlus device free to customers who want to enjoy the perks.
The advantage
T-Mobile customers are now the largest, fastest, and most reliable 5G network users with great value added to whichever plan they choose. There are no trade-offs required.
The advantage for T-Mobile customers is diverse: They stand to get $225 in free incentives every month. These incentives include Apple TV+, Netflix, and the enjoyment of high-speed data when customers travel, in-flight Wi-Fi, streaming, Scam Shield Premium, etc.
With two or more lines, T-Mobile customers can enjoy these benefits on their Magenta Max plan. See more information on the T-Mobile website.
Nord N300 5G Features
OnePlus Nord N300 5G smartphone comes with a large 6.56-inch HD+ display that fans root for because of several benefits including a 90Hz refresh rate. Users who love streaming the latest shows prefer this device.
Other notable features include a 16MP camera etched in the front of the device and a 48MP+2MP camera system at the rear. Additionally, a 5000mAh large battery ensures the user stays away from charging points for a considerable time. There’s also the pleasure of having the device charge quickly with the use of 33W fast-charging capabilities.
T-Mobile and Sprint customers have the access to the Nord N300 5G for free after 24 monthly bill credits when adding a line. Customers will pay $9.50 per month with zero money down on T-Mobile’s no-interest Equipment Installment Plan to get the deal.
Metro by T-Mobile customers can also enjoy some benefits as they get the device free via instant rebate when switching or existing subscribers can get it for $39.99 when they add a line on appropriate plans. Customers applying must supply valid ID but if they want to purchase the device at full retail price they may have to pay up to $228.
Pachinko is one of Japan’s many cultural phenomena. Any visitor to Japan, if he is a gambler, should try playing pachinko slot machines. This game is insanely popular with the locals, and in almost every city you can find halls that offer all kinds of machines. What is the game, how to play and how to enjoy the process?
What is Pachinko?
Pachinko is a Japanese game that is a combination of pinball and slot machines. Pachinko uses a lot of small metal balls that look like car bearings. The original Pachinko machines were completely manual and did not require an electric drive. Over the years, the mechanism of the Pachinko automaton has been improved. In addition, digital versions of the Pachinko came to the gambling and online casino market.
History of the Pachinko
The name of pachinko slot machines comes from “pachi pachi,” the snapping of small objects in a crackling fire. Pachinko resembles the game of pinball. The player buys metal balls, pours them into the machine and then adjusts the rate at which they are fired on the playing field with a lever. A stream of balls then pours down through a maze of different obstacles. Most of the balls disappear, but some of them fall into special holes, and the game continues, only with certain changes on the playing field.
How Do the Machines Work?
This slot machine is a kind of vertical pinball, where your task is to get the ball into a hole, after which the screen will start spinning characters (as in a regular slot). Dropped 3 of the same – congratulations, you win. Winnings you get in the form of balls, which will fall into a special basket (sometimes they can simply be credited to a special card).
If the basket is full and you still win, then you need to press the staff call button and you will be brought a new one, and the filled one will be put under the chair. It is forbidden to do it yourself. As soon as you decide that it is time to leave or just want to go to another machine, and you have a lot of baskets, then you have to call the staff again and your balls will be taken to a special machine, which will count them, and you will be given a check, with their number and value.
The Rules of the Game in Japan
Pachinko is the most common slot machine in Japan. In its classic version, it is a vertically standing wooden panel with a huge number of all sorts of metal pins, as well as a device for launching balls, which in the course of the game must move on this panel.
If you find yourself in a pachinko game room and decide to try your hand at this simple but fascinating game, follow these rules:
After choosing a slot machine, go to the machine, issue balls (usually located to the left of the slot machine), put money in his coin slot and get the appropriate number of metal balls.
Take hold of the trigger lever, which is located on the bottom right side of the slot machine. Keep in mind that the angle of the lever determines the strength of the ball shot. The more the lever is turned to the right, the more force the balls will fly out. You can adjust the launching force by choosing the optimal position of the lever.
If luck smiles on you and you win the balls, do not lose them. The pachinko machine is very generous when giving out big winnings. It can overfill its own reservoir, overfill the reserve bottom tray, and fill everything and everyone around with these very metal balls, which will very quickly scatter all over the gaming room. To avoid such a result, be sure to stock up on extra trays.
Remember that when you win in pachinko balls you get more than just balls. Not only that, but it’s an opportunity to play these machines further, using the won props. In addition, the balls you can exchange for prizes – souvenirs, various small items, perfume or sweets. If you want to get the cash equivalent of your victory – well, you can easily exchange the prizes for money.
Online Version of Pachinko
There was a time when Pachinko could be played exclusively in Japanese casinos but Pachinko has gained worldwide popularity. Today, you can play Pachinko on Winz.io. Winz.io Casino has realistic virtual Pachinko games, identical to the real slot machines found in the best casinos in Las Vegas.
Conclusion
The range of machines in Japan is incredibly wide. But there are some leaders here as well. Among Japanese slot machines, the Pachinko is the favorite one. Pachinko is a low-stakes game that isn’t exactly earned in cash, rather than special prize tokens that you can buy from another vendor.
FAQ
What is Pachinko?
Pachinko is a classic Japanese slot game that has been part of the culture for decades and still exists in a more modern digital form.
How to play Pachinko?
You need to make a bet on the machine and run the process by pressing the start button. At the top of the screen a ball will fall. He will bump into different obstacles. For the player to receive a payout, the ball must stop in one of the special cells.
Where can I play Pachinko online for money?
In Japan, finding slot machines “Pachinko” is not difficult, but in other countries, they are a rarity. You can play online Pachinko for real money on Winz.io.
What do you win at Pachinko?
The reward is determined by the number of balls won. For every 400 balls won, the consumer receives a gift worth 1,500 yen in other salons.
Samsung moved the needle in mobile design once again when they unveiled the original Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. This new foldable take on the legacy flip phone took many by surprise and we questioned whether it was last. I’ve been testing the latest iteration with the Flip 4 thanks to AT&T and this device is now the standard, not the outlier.
Design
As mentioned, the hinged screen is the star of this show called the Galaxy Z Flip 4. Essentially, Samsung has a traditional 6.7-inch device that then folds into a compact 3.5-inch unit when closed. The screen is flexible glass and does have a noticeable crease, but you’ll quickly notice it fades from memory the more you use it.
Samsung has always been known for its vibrant screens and this is still true under this new technology. Colors and blacks pop off the display. When closed, the Flip 4 (I’ll be dropping the full name for most of this review) has a secondary cover screen that uses 1.9-inches of real estate to give you glanceable issues like notifications and clocks.
The right side of the Flip 4 contains the volume rockers and a recessed power button that also houses a fingerprint reader. The bottom has a dual speaker grill array and a USB-C charging port. The left side is void ports but does contain the SIM tray.
Software
Much like its larger sibling, the Flip 4 runs Android 12L with Samsung’s tweaks for the unique form factor. Most of the phone would be easily recognized as just another phone running One UI. And that’s a good thing. The Flip 4 seats itself very comfortably inside Samsung’s Galaxy lineup and fits right in with those peers.
Some of the Flip-centric software is the different orientations you can use the phone to accentuate apps. YouTube and a few other media applications allow you to have the screen propped halfway open to view the footage on the top half and share the bottom half with another app.
Another exclusive is the front, Cover Screen. The Flip 4 doesn’t have the real estate you see to have a fully functional experience while the phone is closed as we found on the Fold 4. However, Samsung still allows some interactions on this small display.
The Cover Screen is more like a scrolling widget screensaver. You can have glanceable information from the weather, calendar, and notifications. These are not actionable though. You need to open the Flip 4 to fully interact with the information.
Performance
I had zero issues with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 while testing. This is not only due to the three previous generations but also due to the long history of the Galaxy line in total. Samsung has built a very stable, smooth experience for Android users and that’s very present on the Z Flip 4.
Pair that with the always top-notch hardware Samsung builds and you have a flagship phone no matter how it closes. Transitions are snappy. Bouncing from app to app is a breeze. Watching media or the occasional game never trips it up. With 8GB of RAM and the new Snapdragon 8+ you’ll be hard-pressed to slow this device.
Cameras
Another positive is the upgraded cameras. Just as I mentioned in my Fold 4 review, the new shooters on the Flip 4 bring it back to true flagship quality. The previous generations had always compromised on the cameras, but that is not the case in 2022.
I found myself really liking the quality of the pictures I captured with the cameras. Whether it was with the 12MP main sensor or the widescreen option, it doesn’t disappoint. Even the 10x zoom can impress.
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I’m not a big selfie guy, but the front camera is also on par with other top-tier phones. You can easily snap a quick shot to share on socials. Light can come into play a bit more on the 10MP version here, but still not bad.
Battery life
One place where you can possibly find a slight is the battery pack Samsung had to squeeze into this small frame. With just a 3,700mAh battery, if you spend a ton of time streaming on the main screen you may need to grab a charger later in the afternoon.
I didn’t have this issue in my testing, but my usage is pretty light during the workday with more heavy usage at night. With this balance, I found myself able to get through a full day from around 7 AM to 10:30 PM without issue.
Conclusion
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 isn’t just a great addition to the Galaxy line, it’s a step forward for all Android devices. These forward-thinking takes on form factors are what established giants in the market should do. The Flip 4 is another option for users who don’t want their giant slap phone to always take up their entire pocket.
You can snag the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 over at AT&T for $27.78 for the 128GB storage model or $29.45 for the 256GB edition. If you don’t want a 36-month agreement, full-price retail is $1,000. Either way, this is a decent price for essentially a Galaxy S with a foldable screen.
Once the Blackview Tab 13 was launched, it was highly sought after and loved by users with its SIMO Internet and up to 7280mAh big battery for long-lasting use. However, in Blackview, the pace of technological innovation has never stopped. Tipster revealed that Blackview Tab 15 is expected to debut in October. Several reveals surfaced on the internet suggesting specs about Blackview Tab 15, including 10.5-inches bigger screen than its 10.1-inch predecessor, Smart-K quad box speakers upgraded from dual box speakers, 8280mAh bigger battery compared with that of Blackview Tab 13, 8GB RAM & Up to 6GB expansion, 128GB ROM & up to 1TB Max TF expandable memory storage, 8MP+13MP cameras, playing important role in entertaining, working and studying. Here’s what we know about the tablet at present.
Blackview Tab 15 Expected Specs
10.5-Inch Bigger Screen of Blackview Tab 15, Upgrade From 10.1-Inch of Predecessor
It is said that Blackview Tab 15 is a minimalist business style with Lunar Silver/Twilight Blue/Space Gray 3 optional appearances. It is equipped with a 10.5-inch 1920 * 1200HD screen bigger than 10.1-inch display of predecessor, up to 4% wilder view enjoyment. Blackview Tab 15 is suitable for the pleasure of following a TV series or watching short videos, playing exciting games or long-hours overseas business online video.
Smart-K Quad-BOX Speakers, Upgrade from Dual-Box Speakers
Previously it was predicted that Blackview Tab 15 will feature in Smart-K quad-box speakers, its 3D stereo HQ sound quality is better than the dual speakers design of its predecessor. Compared with dual box speakers, Blackview Tab 15 brings ultimate enjoyment of a sense of technology so that you can enjoy the epic theater-level movie at home with ease. Clear sound produced by the Smart-K Quad-BOX speakers without distortion and whip you into extreme excitement and thrill when gaming, listening to grand symphonies, and watching movies.
Widevine L1 Support 1080p of Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu
According to Blackview official, Blackview Tab 15 will support widevine L1 enabling you to enjoy 1080p ultra-clear cinema-level video and film on your tap. No need to buy a ticket for the movie theater for cost-saving and without space limitation.
Versatile PC Mode Design: The Mixed of Tablet & Laptop
It is likely that Blackview Tab 15 will become a portable notebook in seconds on the PC mode combined with keyboard + OTG mouse connection, working smarter and easier as if you were on a computer, instantly liberating productivity. At the same time, it acts as a mini PC or small size laptop with a responsive touching screen, speeding up your productivity as soon as possible. With its practical PC mode, there is no doubt that you can enjoy great convenience in editing business documents, taking class notes, and having online conferences.
The OS: Doke 3.0 system Based on Android 12
Doke OS_P 3.0 system based on Android 12 renders its extreme fluency experience and elegant UI interface that amuse you and save your time and it is well appraised by users on Blackview Tab 13. This perfect system continues to be delivered on Blackview Tab 15. It is said that its stable split screen mode allows entertainment and work to be carried out at the same time without any mistake, which can bring fun to the nervous workers and make boredom interesting. Its convenient notebook mode design makes you just write down every whim and important notes easily and its security privacy control mode can protect your personal information all the time. Invisible protection and visible peace of mind.
Longer Endurance Cell: 8280mAh Bigger Capacity than Previous Generation with 18W Fast Charging
Blackview Tab 15 will carry a 8280mAh battery to get you ready from daily media consumption to a heavier workload than its 7280mAh capacity of its previous generation, providing up to 14% of long-lasting use. When long online meetings or outdoor activities are required, its 18W fast charging will back you up for every moment. Measured 7.3mm slim and 525g light, its productivity and portability reaches max.
Camera: 13MP Sony® IMX258 Rear Camera & 8MP Samsung®S5K4H7 Front Camera
Nowadays, most mainstream tablets are equipped with 5+8MP cameras. However, Blackview Tab 15 is said to adopt 8MP Samsung®S5K4H7 front camera and designed with 13MP Sony® IMX258 rear camera, so it is sure that it will not only help to pass clearer scanned files to customers at daily routine job, but also film every beautiful moment that belongs to you. It not only provides you and your partners with HD video conferencing at work, but also offers you a high-quality clearer PPT while delivering a lecture.
CPU: Octa-T610（UMS512)
According to official, Blackview Tab 15 is operated by the leading-edge octa-core dual 4G chipset, high performance T610（UMS512) designed with 2 *A75 @1.8GHz , 5 *A55@1.8GHz, which enables you to enjoy upgrading from the outside to the inside. It will feature 8GB +up to 6GB=14GB RAM expansion, running faster no matter what you are enjoying. For storage capacity, Blackview Tab 15 is likely to deliver 128GB ROM and up to 1TB TF support to offer enormous space for digital recording or heavy workload.
According to the leaks, the Blackview Tab 15 will be launched with a 10.5-inch larger screen supported widevine L1 and Smart-K quad-box speakers, providing better audio-visual entertaining enjoyment. Its unique PC mode enables your tablet to become a laptop in seconds with a keyboard and an OTG mouse, improving the rhythm between life and work. At the same time, its upgraded 8GB+ up to 6GB RAM and 8280mAh high capacity battery, make sure you are not afraid of long online communication or staying up late to watch TV shows.
It is worth mentioning that an endurable protective case and anti-falling high permeability tempered film are freely provided for 360° full protection, providing you a better hand feeling while using.
Blackview Tab 15 will be launched on Nov. 1st, making it a highly desirable pad with its super cost-effectiveness for the vast majority of users compared to other tablets. It’s about to go public soon. Please keep looking forward to it.
After five years of creating Android (Go Edition), Google boasts over 250 million devices running the software daily in 2022. Apart from making the software update process easy to complete, the firm shares other new features to keep users updated on how to further benefit from the use of the Android 13 (Go Edition).
We share three main advantages of the software below. The company focuses on three critical qualities – reliability, usability, and customization.
Reliability – Better software updates
It is easy to get direct software updates without bothering about the process taking up large space on your device. With Google Play System updates, Go devices are able to receive regular important software updates outside major Android releases.
This is crucial, for it makes critical updates delivered quickly and in a simple manner without encroaching on too much space on your device. This type of software update ensures you get the device stays up to date without waiting for the latest updates from your phone manufacturer.
Usability – Discover content tailored to your needs
The Discover feature lets you swipe to the right of your phone screen from the home screen to ascertain curated articles and other content that the Android (Go Edition) has built just for you. Go’s built-in intelligence gathers information as soon as you start using your device, and will share with you the information you cherish most.
Customization – Adjust your device’s look
Android Go enables each user to adjust his or her phone to fit personal needs that reflect peculiar tastes. With the use of Material You, users can customize the color scheme of their devices to synchronize with the wallpaper. Android Go is the first to have support for Material You.
It explores a solid humanistic approach to design, celebrating the tension between design sensibility and personal preference. The best thing about Material You is that it doesn’t shy away from emotions.
This feature makes it possible for apps to adapt to new screen sizes, device types, input modalities, and contexts. This gives people new ways of responding to ideals of tailoring their devices to their unique needs.
As much as we might love our fancy, high-priced robot vacuum cleaners, they’re not the sort of thing that everyone can enjoy. Much like those who chase after flagship phones, only so many people are willing to spend top dollar on tech — even if it’s an amazing device.
While there’s definitely a market for a robot vacuum that sweeps and mops and automatically empties its content, there’s a larger demand for entry-level models. AIRROBO understands this and its newest product, the P20, is that sort of “every man” product.
Priced around $130-$150, the AIRROBO P20 is packed with about as many specifications and capabilities as you can get for the money.
With a familiar design, the vacuum rises about three inches above the ground and has a unique diamond-like pattern. It’s an unnecessary detail to be sure but it does give it a bit of personality.
The P20 robot vacuum can clean up to 1,500 square feet on a full charge, or for about two hours of continuous running. That should be more than sufficient for the average household who needs to run daily maintenance and cleanups.
There are four different cleaning modes to toggle based on your needs – automatic, spot, spiral and edge cleaning.
One of the things that plagued early generations of these types of products was that they didn’t know to stop or turn around at the edge of steps or ledges. That’s not the case here as the AIRROBO P20 is able to avoid falling downstairs and will automatically turn around.
Similarly, the anti-collisions capability provides peace of mind. I didn’t have to worry much about the vacuum hitting a pair of shoes or a dog toy on the floor. But, it is worth noting that it might accidentally grab an errant shoe string or USB cable. If you’re running the vacuum daily, you’ll get in the habit of trying to keep things off the floor.
The 2800 Pa suction power surprised me as it was much stronger than I expected given its price point. Most robot vacuum cleaners with this much suction are priced at least $300 or more. I found it to be great at picking up common dirt, dust, and debris around the home.
The dust bin holds 600ml, or a little over two cups worth of dirt. I’ve found that I can get multiple runs without having to worry about emptying it into the trash. For reference I have a dog and a cat in the house and run the vacuum every other day. On occasion I’ll find an errant twist-tie or rubber band in the dust bin alongside pet hair and dirt.
I was also pleased at how quiet the AIRROBO P20 was at just 55 decibels. Not that I have any infants in the house, but I know it won’t wake anyone up were someone to be napping during runtime.
Conclusion
The AIRROBO P20 is a no-frills robot vacuum cleaner. That is to say it doesn’t do a ton of things, but what it does, it handles them well.
It doesn’t mop or automatically empty its contents after a run. It does not integrate with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. It does not support multiple floors. How critical are these features? For a lot of people, none of these things matter.
The vacuum is easy to set up, relatively quiet, and rather impressive in its suction. The app is intuitive and straightforward, giving users the ability to create scheduled runs, view maps, and more. And depending on how much traffic you have, you won’t need to empty its contents all that often.
The main floor on my house is split fairly evenly between hard floor and carpet. Moreover, I have multiple floors that need cleaned regularly, or at least semi-regularly. To that end, the P20 isn’t a solution for my needs, at least not at home. My dad, however, is a prime candidate for this one. As someone who doesn’t need mopping, and lives in a ranch-style home, the AIRROBO P20 is an excellent option.
Along those lines, I really like this one for my office. A simple square of a unit with no major traffic, no mopping to worry about, and no obstructions, it’s an ideal situation. I can run the P20 while I work and move out of its way when it gets to the desk, and be fully finished inside of a half hour.
Learn more about the AIRROBO P20 at the manufacturer’s website where you can purchase it for about $130 as of today. It’s also available through Amazon where it currently lists for around $130 (with an instant coupon).
Need to keep your family safer online? Google has offered a new way of doing that this year with Family Link, offering families multiple means of technology needed to create healthy, positive digital habits. Features such as screen time, content filters, and other controls and settings help users across the globe to find the right balance.
Although Family Link has been in existence for five years, this new experience offers the same flexibility at its core but it is now easier to keep one’s family safer online.
Family Link – Streamlined for parents
Parents can see the highlights tab on a Pixel 7 phone with snapshots of the child’s activity. They also can use the Controls tab to manage settings, and there’s a Location tab showing a map and the location of the user’s children.
After having studied how parents made use of the Family Link tool, Google redesigned it to bring to the forefront the most used features. Parents can now find their favorite features easily with this newly designed user interface. Such activities as setting screen time limits, approving apps, and blocking can be done quickly and more efficiently.
Guiding kids to age-appropriate content
Parents know how important it is to help their children choose safe entertainment. According to Google, many parents have lauded the ability to effectively guide their children to age-appropriate content. In view of this, the new Family Link UI makes it easy for parents to find these features and activate them.
They can supervise children’s activities by setting screen time limits for several devices or for specific apps. Content can be restricted and parents can manage app data permissions.
It is possible to set controls that last for only 24 hours especially when children need a little more time in a day. Parents can set that brief period using the “Today Only” setting. The rest of the settings for other days remain intact, and won’t be affected.
With the ability to spot all your children in the same location, ring your child’s device if it is hidden away from sight, and turn on notifications to be alerted when a child arrives or leaves a specific location, Family Link is your ideal tool for having peace of mind.
In a bid to innovate on its user experience for mobile devices, Samsung recently introduced the latest version of its One UI (v5) offering to millions of Galaxy users worldwide.
One UI 5 will be a stable build for users of Galaxy flagships, such as the S22 series, Z Flip4 and Z Fold4 (read our review). It’s amazing what some of the features offer in the sense of redesigned lock screen used for customizing wallpaper, clock face, and color palettes.
This is the company’s most personalized mobile experience yet, and it’s meant to give people greater options for users to fine-tune their devices to their own needs.
Important features of One UI 5
Bixby Text Call: Users can now communicate in a way that’s most convenient for them. This feature allows people to answer phone calls by simply typing a message.
Routines & Modes – Customized settings for different aspects: You could manage settings for sleeping, relaxing exercising, and driving. This feature allows you to mute notifications while exercising or driving, or even playing music.
Video Wallpaper: This comes from the makers of the Good Lock app, making it possible and easy to trim a video, transforming your most memorable moments into moving visuals.
Stacked Widgets: Now you can have this feature that lets you drag and drop widgets on top of each other. If you like, you may swipe left or right to quickly and easily scroll through each widget as a means to free up space on the home screen of your device.
Smart Suggestions: This feature is meant to streamline mobile tasks and activities connected to widgets. It works based on your usage history. The more important apps and actions you often make are now easy for you to access and manage.
Another aspect of the One UI 5 is the convenience it offers and the security giving users peace of mind. Your private information stays private. If you make moves not secure, such as unwittingly sharing your credit or debit card, you get a warning.
The best thing about the One UI 5 is the users’ suggestions and requirements bringing it to life. Samsung listened intently to make the One UI 5 a unique experience for everyone who cares to use it.
Razer, together with Verizon and Qualcomm has finally delivered on announcing a high-quality Android hand-held device known as the Razer Edge 5G.
The news and rumors about Razer Edge 5G have been flying since September. Here’s October, ushering in the confirmation of this ultimate 5G handheld gaming device which debuts as the world’s first Snapdragon G3x Gen 1-powered device.
Leaning heavily on 5G for performance and marketing, this device introduces next-generation premium performance to players.
What makes Razer Edge 5G Special?
It touts robust connectivity with Verizon 5G mmWave, Qualcomm FastConnect 6900 mobile connectivity system, low-latency audio to aid gamers in enjoying lag-free gaming, and Snapdragon Sound technology suite.
Here’s a device packing thousands of AAA games that players can enjoy virtually from anywhere in the world. However, it is the latest Snapdragon G3x processor that’s getting the attention of fans around the world.
Senior director of product management at Qualcomm clarified the announcement of the Razer Edge 5G device as a ground-breaking partnership with Razer and Verizon to pave the way “for a powerful new category of gaming devices.”
Thus, Qualcomm unites its technologies with those of partners to usher in a revolutionary device for the next generation of gaming.
Users can enjoy near-zero latency gaming with the Verizon 5G mmWave away from home, with Wi-Fi 6E FastConnect 6900 connections at home. FastConnect 6900 offers premium Wi-Fi and Bluetooth performance to deliver a supreme edge.
Gamers will enjoy thousands of games compatible with the Razer 5G device. Android games are available, pre-installed games such as Epic Games, together with cloud streaming services like Xbox Game Pass with full access to PC libraries.
Price and availability
You can visit the Razer website to reserve a device now for as little as $5. The Razer Edge will launch first as a Wi-Fi-only model for $399.99 in January, followed later by a 5G Verizon version in early 2023.
The EKSA StarEngine E5000 Pro Gaming headphones, $70, offer gamers a fairly robust set of features for their price. Not long ago we might have paid twice as much for less capable cans.
Arriving in a purple and grey box, the Star Engine E5000 have a modern design with bright green accents. They ear cups are large and soft and made to be worn for hours on end. The memory foam is very comfortable as is the headband’s cushion.
The headphones are interesting to look at and match the aesthetics that one might expect from a current gaming setup. Between the grilles, the neon green lines and wires, and optional LED light effect, they look pretty fierce.
The headset comes with a silky bag with a drawstring, a detachable microphone, and three cables for connection. Indeed, you can plug these in via a 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C, and USB Type-A. This means they’ll work with PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices alike.
The left ear cup is where you’ll find buttons for muting the mic, toggling the light effect, and switching between stereo and 7.1 surround sound. It’s also where the dial is for adjusting volume. They’re easy to locate without looking at them, but you might need a few wears before you’re comfortable doing so.
I found the EKSA Star Engine E5000 to be a tad heavier than expected but that did not hinder long-term wearing. The same goes for size as they are a bit larger than I might like to wear for music.
Keeping in mind these are not Bluetooth headphones with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), I cannot imagine wearing these outside of a rec room or office. Not that this is a knock, though, as they are made for sitting down to play games.
The headset does include a pair of microphones, one for calls and one for identifying noise. Using AI, it can discern the difference between human voice and other ambient sounds. This Environmental Noise Cancellation [ENC] technology reportedly suppresses up to 99.8% of environmental noise.
As for the sound, I was pleasantly surprised by the overall quality in both settings. The 7.1 surround sound works very well in gaming. Given sound design is so important for a lot of games today, I appreciate being able to hear enemies sneak up on me. The little whirs and bells that get lost when sitting across a room from a TV are front and center with Star Engine E5000 Pro.
If you play games on a Windows-based PC, you’ll appreciate the desktop application which features different equalizer settings and more control over the sound.
Switching over to music, the Star Engine E5000 Pro tends to favor highs with bass sometimes lacking the punch you might get from more traditional headphones. That said, they feel clear and crisp but not “tinny”. Play around with the desktop app a bit and you may lock on to something you like quite a bit.
Conclusion
The Star Engine E5000 is priced for mass appeal and thanks to its features, it’s built that way, too. Despite their weight and size, I find them to be very comfortable even for longer sessions.
While sound quality is good for music, it’s not superb. But switching to 7.1 surround and gaming, and their main raison d’etre, they fare much better.
I appreciate that EKSA tosses three cables in the box for flexibility between consoles and computers. It’s a small gesture, sure, but it further helps justify the $70 price.
